Auston Matthews speaks to the media following Game 7 defeat to Boston

Auston Matthews made a comeback for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 against the Bruins, but it didn't pan out how they hoped.

The Leafs lost 2-1 overtime, extending their streak of Game 7 losses to six, and 0-4 in deciders against Boston. Matthews had been out since Game 4 due to illness and some mystery injury, but he suited up for this crucial showdown.

After the game, Matthews didn't want to dive into his absence right away.









The decision for Matthews to hit the ice wasn't even made until Saturday morning.


Despite the tough loss, Matthews gave props to the Bruins, but he felt they were right there in terms of competitiveness.



Matthews chipped in with one assist during the game, trying to help the Leafs stage a comeback from being down 3-1 in the series. Tough loss, but they gave it their all.