Matthews to miss 5th straight game for Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs vs. Islanders December 31: Injured players, inactives, latest updates
The Toronto Maple Leafs (22-13-2) are dealing with four players on the injury report as they prepare for a Tuesday, December 31 matchup with the New York Islanders (14-16-7) at Scotiabank Arena,
Matthews to miss 5th straight game for Maple Leafs with upper-body injury
TORONTO -- Auston Matthews practiced Monday but will miss his fifth straight game when the Toronto Maple Leafs host the New York Islanders at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday (1 p.m. ET; SNO, MSGSN). It was the center’s first time practicing since reaggravating an upper-body injury Dec. 20 during a 6-3 win at the Buffalo Sabres.
Auston Matthews returns to Maple Leafs practice, out vs. Islanders
Auston Matthews took part in Maple Leafs practice for the first time since a Dec. 20 injury but won't play Tuesday against the Islanders.
Maple Leafs Reveal Encouraging Auston Matthews Injury Update
Toronto is hoping that Matthews can finish the 2024-25 campaign healthy whenever he returns. The veteran forward took over the Maple Leafs' captaincy from Tavares during the offseason nearly one year after the former signed a four-year, $53 million extension with the franchise.
Maple Leafs Provide Auston Matthews Update; Also May Be Missing Key Defenseman
The Maple Leafs have confirmed Auston Matthews' status for Tuesday's game against the New York Islanders and may also be missing a key defenseman. After missing the last couple of weeks due to injury,
Islanders visit the Maple Leafs following Lee's 2-goal game
Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs NHL game to be played on December 31, 2024 on ESPN.
Leafs F Auston Matthews returns to practice; out Tuesday
Auston Matthews took part in Toronto Maple Leafs practice for the first time since a Dec. 20 injury but won't play Tuesday at home against the New York Islanders. Coach Craig Berube was pleased with Matthews' participation on Monday but said his captain will miss a fifth consecutive game.
Auston Matthew joins Maple Leafs practice for first time since aggravating injury
Auston Matthews joined the Toronto Maple Leafs at practice on Monday morning, a sign that he may be inching closer to a return to game action. Matthews has missed the last four games after aggravating a mysterious undisclosed injury,
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews: Won't play Tuesday
Won't play Tuesday

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