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Auston Matthews optimistic about health ahead of Maple Leafs' preseason

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Auston Matthews optimistic about health ahead of Maple Leafs' preseason

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Auston Matthews expressed optimism about his health in a recent interview, stating he feels better than he has in a long time. The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to rebound following their absence from the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Matthews, who played only 60 games in the previous season due to injury, finished with 53 points, marking a rare year without at least 30 goals. He emphasized the challenges faced during rehabilitation but noted he is ready to help lead the team this season. Toronto begins its NHL preseason games on Saturday against the Montreal Canadiens.

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•Matthews feels the best he's felt in a long time.
•He played 60 games last season due to injury.
•Matthews finished the season with 53 points.
•Toronto begins preseason games on September 16 against Montreal.
•The Maple Leafs missed the playoffs last year.

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8:58 PMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs news: Auston Matthews' latest comments will fire up fans

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to rebuild after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season. Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews is firing up fans with some new comments about his health. “I feel like coming back here now, probably the best I’ve felt in a long time,” Matthews said in an interview released on the team’s social media. […] The post Maple Leafs news: Auston Matthews' latest comments will fire up fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 8:58 PM
Maple Leafs news: Auston Matthews' latest comments will fire up fans
The Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to rebuild after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season. Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews is firing up fans with some new comments about his health. “I feel like coming back here now, probably the best I’ve felt in a long time,” Matthews said in an interview released on the team’s social media. […] The post Maple Leafs news: Auston Matthews' latest comments will fire up fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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