Auston Matthews is going to address the media in Toronto following Team USA’s heartbreaking loss in the finals in the 4 Nations Face-Off against Canada. The Maple Leafs captain, who was the captain of the American team in the tournament, is expected to be available for media duties where we may hear from him about the loss and the transition back to the NHL.
Auston Matthews & Mitch Marner not on the ice at Leafs optional skate, but expected to address the media this AM
Quick turnaround after #4Nations final
— Mark Masters (@markhmasters) February 22, 2025
Matthews, like Mitch Marner, was not present at the optional morning skate with the Maple Leafs but will speak to the media. It was a grind of a tournament, capped by a high-stakes game where Connor McDavid clinched the title for Canada in overtime.
Despite the setback, Matthews was impressive in the tournament, playing a crucial role in Team USA’s offense. But with the restarting of the NHL season, his focus has to switch back in a rush to steering Toronto in a tight Eastern Conference playoff pursuit.
The Leafs’ coaching staff will be monitoring player fatigue closely, ensuring that Matthews and the other 4 Nations returnees are ready for this weekend’s back-to-back games against Buffalo and Pittsburgh. With Toronto battling for playoff position, Matthews’ ability to re-spark the offense and resume his elite-level performance will be crucial in the weeks ahead.
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