Matthews contributed a goal and an assist in a 5-0 win over the Islanders on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Quietly, Matthews is piecing together a strong sophomore campaign and is on pace to better his 40-goal total from a year ago. The 20-year-old presents a consistent matchup nightmare for Toronto's opponents and is a dream to own because of his penchant for finding the net. If you've got him, you've been happy this year.

Matthews scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

He also supplemented his fantasy value on the night with four shots and a plus-1 rating, snapping a four-game scoring drought in the process. Matthews now has 20 goals and 35 points through 38 games, and the 20-year-old could be gearing up for a big second half as the focal point of a potent Maple Leafs offense.

Matthews scored his 16th and 17th goals of the season Sunday against Vegas, but lost 6-3.

EDGE Analysis

After missing six games, Matthews has returned without missing a beat, scoring four goals in four games. Defensively, the Leafs weren't very good, but Matthews' line managed to finish the game with a positive plus-minus. Injuries have hurt his production a little this season, but he's still on pace to score 40 goals this season. If he accomplishes that feat, he'll be the first player since Alex Ovechkin to notch back-to-back 40-goal seasons in their first two seasons in the NHL.

Matthews scored the game-winning goal and added an assist Saturday in a 3-2 victory over the Rangers in his return to action after missing six games to concussion symptoms.

EDGE Analysis

Is there any doubt this guy is one of the league's best? Matthews looked like he'd never missed a shift, let alone six games. He's back on the board, so get him in your lineup. Now.

Matthews (concussion-like symptoms) will return to the lineup against the Rangers on Saturday, Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

It'll be interesting to see how Matthews looks after missing the past six games, though one would think that he'd be better than most even at less than 100 percent. The prolific second-year center is averaging a point per game this season to complement a pair of game-winning goals and six points on the man advantage.

Matthews (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's road game against the Rangers, Kristen Shilton of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

The showstopping sophomore told reporters that he experienced "normal concussion symptoms" following his collision with teammate Morgan Rielly in a Dec. 9 contest against the Penguins; he's been out ever since, spanning six games. Toronto has four road games left on the docket before the calendar flips to 2018, and there have been rumblings that Matthews will return for at least one of those matches -- if not as soon as Saturday against the Blueshirts.

Matthews (upper body) will join the team as it embarks on a five-game road trip, Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Considering the road trip spans 11 days, it's difficult to peg exactly when the young star will rejoin the lineup for the Leafs. He will need to return to practice ahead of his return; a milestone in the rehab Matthews has yet to meet. The team should also confirm his availability before he returns, giving owners a heads up when that occurs.

Matthews (upper body) once again left the ice ahead of the Maple Leafs' practice session Monday, Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Matthews has yet to practice with the team, he should probably be considered doubtful (at best) for Toronto's upcoming back-to-back against Carolina and Columbus on Tuesday and Wednesday respectively. Coach Mike Babcock didn't provide much in the way of an update, telling reports the center was "doing good", according to James Mirtle of The Athletic Toronto.While no official confirmation has been announced, fantasy owners should probably be looking ahead to Saturday's tilt with the Rangers for a potential Matthews return.

Matthews (upper body) wasn't fit to practice with the team following his solo skate Sunday, Lance Hornby of Postmedia reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hornby further speculates that the sophomore sensation could be shelved until after Christmas if he's unable to hit the ice with the team Monday. There's no question that fantasy owners abound are champing at the bit in anticipation of Matthews' eventual return. After all, he's tacked on 26 points in as many games this season.

Matthews (upper body) won't play Friday against the Red Wings, Kristen Shilton of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews will miss a fourth straight contest, but there's a distinct possibility he'll be ready to return for the Maple Leaf's next game, as Toronto won't play again until Tuesday against Carolina after Friday's tilt. Patrick Marleau will continue to center the Leafs' top line while Matthews remains sidelined.