Matthews scored two goals, both on the power play, in a 5-2 win over the Bruins on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The first one was a sweet rebound over Linus Ullmark's glove as he followed his own shot. And the second snipe was a lightning-fast one-timer from the right face-off circle that ultimately stood as the winner. Matthews now has three consecutive two-point games (four goals, two assists) and has found his scoring groove, even without Mitch Marner on his flank.

Matthews set up two goals in a 2-1 OT win over Tampa Bay on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews now has six points (three goals, three assists) in eight games this season. Like his Leafs mates, Matthews has had a slow start to the season. But with two consecutive two-point games, it's clear the rust is coming off.

Matthews scored two goals, one on the power play, in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

Both tallies came in the second period, and Matthews rounded out his performance with six shots, two blocked shots, one hit and a plus-2 rating. The 24-year-old took a few games to get going this season, but he has three goals and four points in his last four contests.

Matthews scored Toronto's lone goal in a 4-1 loss to the Hurricanes on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the first three games of the season and then being held off the scoresheet in three games after rejoining the Leafs' lineup, Matthews finally opened his scoring account as he gave Toronto an early lead in the first period Monday. The 24-year-old has reached 40 goals in each of the last two campaigns, and there's nothing to suggest Matthews will have much trouble reaching that mark again if he can stay reasonably healthy.

Matthews registered a game-high eight shots on goal and won 13 of 15 faceoffs (86.7 percent) in Monday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the first three games of the season with a wrist injury, Matthews came out firing in his season debut but was unable to solve New York netminder Igor Shesterkin. Matthews was also dominant in the faceoff circle, and he was able to log 22:53 of ice time, second-most among Toronto forwards behind only Mitch Marner's 24:26. Matthews and the Maple Leafs now have three days off before hosting San Jose on Friday.

Matthews (wrist) will make his season debut Monday against the Rangers, per NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

It was reported earlier that Matthews was expected to play after he was a full participant in Sunday's practice and now it appears to be official. The 24-year-old superstar pocketed 41 goals and totaled 66 points through 52 games last season. He missed the first three games this season but is expected to jump right back into his role as Toronto's top-line center Monday.

Matthews (wrist) was a full participant at Sunday's practice in his usual top-line spot next to Mitch Marner and Nick Ritchie and expects to play Monday against the Rangers, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews also took reps in his usual No. 1 power-play slot, so it looks all but guaranteed that he'll make his season debut Monday. The superstar has sat out the first three games of the campaign after undergoing wrist surgery in August. Also, though Matthews isn't on injured reserve and doesn't require formal activation, fantasy managers should make certain he's in the lineup Monday before rolling with him for their virtual squads.

Matthews (wrist) has been ruled out for the Maple Leafs' first three games of the season, Mark Masters of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Even with a three-game absence, Matthews should still be in the mix for the Richard Rocket Trophy at the end of the year and could challenge for the 50-goal threshold. In the meantime, Alex Kerfoot figures to step into a top-six role while Nick Ritchie replaces Matthews on the No. 1 power-play unit.

Matthews (wrist) told reporters he's "doing well" Thursday, but he also mentioned he has some doubt that he'll be ready for Wednesday's season opener versus Montreal, Lance Hornby of The Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews began taking contact during Sunday's practice, but the Maple Leafs aren't going to insert him into game action until he's fully ready in order to ensure his wrist injury doesn't turn into something that lingers throughout the campaign. At this point Matthews should probably be considered iffy at best for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Canadiens, but it also doesn't sound like the star center will miss much more time following that contest.

Matthews (wrist) participated in contact drills for the first time since training camp started Sunday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews may not suit up for any of the Maple Leafs' remaining three preseason games, but the 24-year-old pivot appears to be on track to be ready for Toronto's Opening Night matchup versus Montreal on Oct. 13. Matthews led the NHL with 41 goals in just 52 contests last season and should be one of the first forwards off the board in all fantasy formats.