The Toronto Maple Leafs have confirmed that Auston Matthews will sit out tonight's critical Game 6 against the Boston Bruins. Matthews, who has been battling illness and injury, will miss his second consecutive game.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe announced Matthews' absence, dealing a significant blow to the Leafs as they face elimination. The team will need to rally without their star player to force a Game 7 in Boston.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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2 MAI | 880 ANSWERS Official confirmation for Auston Matthews announced for game 6 Do you think Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews will play in game 7 against the Boston Bruins? | ||
Yes | 253 | 28.8 % |
No, leafs will be eliminated | 196 | 22.3 % |
No, he won't be healthy enough | 431 | 49 % |
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