By Canadian Press

Maple Leafs’ Matthews says Wednesday return possible after visiting doctor in Germany

Nov 23, 2024 | 2:12 PM

TORONTO — Auston Matthews is back in Toronto and says a return to action Wednesday is possible after the injured Maple Leafs captain visited a doctor in Germany.

Matthews has missed seven games with an undisclosed upper-body ailment but skated Saturday morning at Ford Performance Centre ahead of the Maple Leafs’ practice.

The reigning Rocket Richard Trophy winner as the NHL’s top goal scorer told reporters the injury flared up during the pre-season and worsened early in the campaign.

Matthews mentioned he spent about five days overseas to receive a second opinion from a doctor he trusted and had previously consulted.

Toronto hosts the Utah Hockey Club on Sunday before travelling to Florida on Wednesday for a game against the Panthers.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 23, 2024.

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