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Auston Matthews

Center · Toronto Maple Leafs

2016 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 1 (#1) — Toronto Maple Leafs

Next Game

Thu, Apr 2 · 10:00 PM ET @ Sharks

TSN 4, NBC Sports California

Age 286'3"215 lbsShoots LeftSan Ramon, USA

Current Season

GP

60

Goals

27

Assists

26

Points

53

+/-

-4

S%

11.9%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Mar 12vs ANA1010213:18
Mar 10@ MTL0000222:28
Mar 7vs TBL000-2619:17
Mar 5@ NYR0000420:46
Mar 4@ NJD011-1624:57

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$13.25M

Total Value

$53.00M

Expires

4 yrs · 2027-2028

Status

Then UFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Nylander Stay Bid Eyes Matthews' Choice

William Nylander signals he wants to remain in Toronto, raising questions about Auston Matthews' next move. The duo's futures intertwine as the Leafs face crossroads decisions. Loyalty tests intensify when core pieces hint at diverging paths.

Toronto Maple Leafs
Game Recap
Pens Eyeing Matthews? Dubas Mailbag

Pittsburgh Penguins ponder a blockbuster for Auston Matthews while Kyle Dubas' plans shift with recent wins in the mailbag spotlight. Whispers from the Burgh suggest big swings if the streak holds. These answers cut to the core of a franchise plotting its next era.

Toronto Maple Leafs
Game Preview
Caps vs Devils Prediction

Washington Capitals face the New Jersey Devils tonight in a matchup loaded with divisional stakes and playoff implications. Ovechkin's crew seeks edge against a Devils squad hungry to climb standings. Analysts break down keys that tilt this Atlantic clash.

Pittsburgh PenguinsToronto Maple Leafs
News
Leafs' Matthews Fork in Road Looms Large

The Toronto Maple Leafs sit at a crossroads with Auston Matthews, and one nagging question looms over every front-office huddle before they pull the trigger on his future. I've heard the whispers from Bay Street to the Scotiabank Arena dressing room - this isn't just about numbers on a contract, it's about fitting the puzzle pieces for a Cup run in a league that punishes hesitation.

Toronto Maple Leafs
Trades & Rumors
Leafs Face Key Question on Matthews

Toronto brass grapples with one burning question before charting Auston Matthews' future amid swirling rumors. The captain's impact resonates in every boardroom debate, where contract stakes collide with playoff aspirations. A wrong answer here alters the Maple Leafs' trajectory for years.

Florida PanthersToronto Maple Leafs
News
Pronger Blasts Matthews Hit, Eyes Safety Fixes

Chris Pronger unleashes on that controversial Auston Matthews hit, pulling no punches from his Hall of Fame perch about where NHL Player Safety goes next. Insiders remember Pronger's own bone-crunching days, so when he talks enforcement, league suits listen up. His take could shift how the Department of Player Safety handles these flashpoints down the stretch.

Toronto Maple Leafs

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Auston Matthews's stats this season?
Auston Matthews has 27 goals and 26 assists for 53 points in 60 games this season.
What team does Auston Matthews play for?
Auston Matthews is a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
What is Auston Matthews's contract?
Auston Matthews has a cap hit of $13.25M with 2 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Auston Matthews drafted?
Auston Matthews was drafted in the 2016 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs in Round 1, Pick 1 (1 overall).
Where is Auston Matthews from?
Auston Matthews is 28 years old and was born in San Ramon, USA.