Auston Matthews absent from Leafs practice ahead of game 3
In breaking news, it appears Auston Matthews is absent from Leafs practice today ahead of game 3 at home versus the Boston Bruins.
Auston Matthews had a career post-season game in game 2 against the Bruins, scoring the game-winning goal in the third period and getting a point on all 3 goals for the Leafs. However, some concerning news has just broken today, that Matthews is absent from practice today.
Auston Matthews is absent from the #leafs morning skate.
There have been no details revealed as to why Matthews isn't at practice today, and it is likely that it could just be rest/maintenance for game day skate. However, it is still concerning for fans, who have voiced that on social media.
Now, it has been revealed by Elliotte Friedman that Matthews is taking a rest option today, which should alleviate concerns from Leaf fans.
Sounds like Matthews is «taking the option,» and resting this am
More details to come.
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