Auston Matthews' chiropractor confirms he's ready for the new NHL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:27 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Auston Matthews is reportedly prepared to return for the upcoming NHL season after successfully rehabilitating from a knee injury. His chiropractor, Shawn Robek, confirmed that Matthews has been working with various specialists to restore knee function following a Grade 3 MCL tear. This positive update comes after Matthews missed the latter part of the 2025-26 season. The Toronto Maple Leafs will be looking for Matthews to lead the offense again this year. His participation in training camp will be critical to assess his readiness for game action.
- •Matthews suffered a Grade 3 MCL tear and quadriceps contusion last season.
- •Shawn Robek has guided Matthews through his rehabilitation process.
- •Toronto reshaped its roster after missing the playoffs last season.
- •Matthews' availability could determine the team's overall success.
- •Full participation in training camp is the next test for Matthews.
- 1:27 PMYahoo Sports — Auston Matthews’ chiropractor says Maple Leafs star is ‘ready to go’ after knee injury
"Auston Matthews worked with multiple specialists while rebuilding knee movement and function.
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