C Auston Matthews (2016, 1st, TOR) VIII

[scan15*]

Matthews is a very opportunistic scorer. None of his goals have been lucky, they've been the result of him going to the net at the right time and having his stick on the ice. But I still think 39 is much too optimistic. I think he'll be closer to 30.

Also, did anyone notice that his shootout goal last night was very similar to one that he had in the World Championships.

 

[The Thin White Duke]

That's what I said yesterday. Matthews and Nylander dont hesitate to get the puck on net. Second highest shots/game for a centre in the league.

All while averaging under 17 minutes a night too.

 

[Leafidelity]

That's what I said yesterday. Matthews and Nylander dont hesitate to get the puck on net. Second highest shots/game for a centre in the league.

I think it was Marc Crawford that said he thought Matthews would lead all rookies in shots on net. Most importantly, he hasn't been forcing shots. He and Nylander are just giving each other prime scoring opportunities.

 

[cookie]

I honestly wonder how good Marner would have looked if it were him and Matthews being paired together.

Here's another near-goal displaying both players' skill

 

[Albus Dumbledore]

I honestly wonder how good Marner would have looked if it were him and Matthews being paired together.

Here's another near-goal displaying both players' skill

i remember that, i thought we had scored.....would have clinched the game for us too.

 

[TIGERCOOL]

i remember that, i thought we had scored.....would have clinched the game for us too.

Was that a save or did he flub the shot?

 

[BertCorbeau]

I honestly wonder how good Marner would have looked if it were him and Matthews being paired together.

Here's another near-goal displaying both players' skill

That was Nylander that passed the puck though? Marner wasn't on the ice

Was that a save or did he flub the shot?

It was saved, they showed a quick replay later on .. Game saver for the Hawks

 

[Albus Dumbledore]

yeah willy and matthews were buzzing in the third and parts of the 2nd, they scored 2 for us but they could have easily had another two. Looking like the sedins out there, with how well they are finding each other.

 

[pooleboy]

Matthews is a great prospect, Laine is a great prospect. Dont know why everyone is complaining, very little scouts had Laine at #1.....

Winnipeg should be excited about Laine though, guy looks like an elite goal scorer

 

[TheCLAM]

Matthews is a great prospect, Laine is a great prospect. Dont know why everyone is complaining, very little scouts had Laine at #1.....

Winnipeg should be excited about Laine though, guy looks like an elite goal scorer

Either could be the best player of the draft.. who knows maybe someone comes out of the 7th round and is the best?

Not really a big-deal both teams got players to build a foundation on.. This isn't a measuring contest - it's an accumulation of pieces to win the Stanley Cup.

 

[NarcoPolo]

Auston as the Ken Bone

 

[jj cale]

Better then Mcdavid?

It's almost starting to look that way.

The guy is the complete package.

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

10 points in 6 games damn this kid is good

 

[Semantics]

Edmonton fans are getting nervous.

Edit: apparently is necessary

 

[93LEAFS]

Edmonton fans are getting nervous.

Why the hell are they getting nervous? It is not like they passed on him, McDavid is a ridiculous talent and they are looking the best they have in years.

 

[7even]

Edmonton fans are getting nervous.

It's not really a competition.

 

[Hokinaittii]

Some of you should get rid off the habit of shouting at other teams when your guy is doing great. It's rather pathetic.

Another 2 point game for Matthews, seems like him and Nylander are really starting to carry Toronto on their backs.

 

[Plub]

EDM isn't getting nervous. Another generational player in the league is good for everyone. Unless all their fans are children, they aren't going to be upset that there's another player in the same league as their star.

 

[shaner8989]

Kids incredible. Him and Nylander will be the best duo in hockey very soon. Already up there

 

[Morbo]

Edmonton fans are getting nervous.

It's been a great start but let's compare at the end of the year, McDavid is pretty ****ing incredible and I have a lot of respect for his talent level.

 

[TheLeastOfTheBunch]

EDM isn't getting nervous. Another generational player in the league is good for everyone. Unless all their fans are children, they aren't going to be upset that there's another player in the same league as their star.

I'm just happy we have a player who can be mentioned along those lines. Don't really care about these comparisons whatsoever

 

[Old Boys Club]

Edmonton fans are getting nervous.

A few maybe, but not most. McDavid as captain has our team playing the best it has in essentialy 10 years, defence looks much improved and Talbot looks to be a solid goalie. McDavid will finish top 10 in scoring and most won't care if Matthews scores more if the Oilers make the playoffs or improve in general.

I personally am cheering for Matthews to succeed so that the TO media doesn't attack him like they so many previous players for the Leafs.

 

[KidLine93]

Some of you should get rid off the habit of shouting at other teams when your guy is doing great. It's rather pathetic.

Another 2 point game for Matthews, seems like him and Nylander are really starting to carry Toronto on their backs.

carry them where?

 

[Jephman]

EDM isn't getting nervous. Another generational player in the league is good for everyone. Unless all their fans are children, they aren't going to be upset that there's another player in the same league as their star.

As an Edmonton fan I echo this. Matthews is a joy to watch. I hope you guys feel the same when you watch McDavid. They make any game exciting.

 

[AuraSphere]

carry them where?

7-3 losses instead of 7-0