Auston Matthews delivers strong start to NHL season for Maple Leafs

Toronto holds a 6-10 record with 2.9 goals per game.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 55m1 min read

Which Leafs duo is the best? 🤔 In the latest edition of 5 for Diving, @albertvartanian breaks down Auston Matthews’ str Via @Sportsnet on X

What happened: Auston Matthews has opened the NHL season with a strong start for the Toronto Maple Leafs. The center's early performance and the team's top duos were broken down in a recent edition of 5 for Diving.

Why it matters: Matthews continues to lead the offense after opening camp with a new coach and reset roster. The organization is evaluating combinations to establish its most effective pairings on the ice.

By the numbers: Toronto sits at 6-10 this season, scoring 2.9 goals per contest while allowing 3.8 defensively. The Maple Leafs have won three of their last five games.

What to watch: The Maple Leafs are scheduled to play the Vegas Golden Knights.

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@Sportsnet 2026-10-08T23:52:23.241312+00:00

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