Matthews (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's road contest against the Canadiens, the Toronto Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Maple Leafs have crafted a five-game winning streak despite the uber-talented Matthews being held out for the last four. He reportedly turned in his second full practice of the week Friday, but the star forward added, "Your feel for everything is coming back, but I'm still a ways off from where I was at." Consider setting your daily lineups as late as possible to account for a possible Matthews return Saturday.

Matthews (upper body) told reporters there had been "no decision yet," on whether he would be available against Montreal on Saturday, Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews continues to practice with the team, including taking line rushes, but with no update on his status, fantasy owners will have to wait until closer to puck drop Saturday. Despite the star center's absence, the Leafs continue to roll with wins in all four games without him.

Matthews (upper body) will not be available against the Devils on Thursday, Kristen Shilton of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews will miss his fourth straight outing as he continues to recover from his upper-body malady. The Leafs remain undefeated during the center's absence and will look to continue rolling versus New Jersey. With Matthews sidelined, Nikita Soshnikov will slot into the lineup.

Matthews (upper body) will meet with team doctors Thursday to determine his status against the Devils, James Mirtle of The Athletic Toronto reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fortunately for Leafs fans, the team won all three of its matchups without Matthews in the lineup -- potting 11 goals in those outings. Prior to getting hurt, the Arizona native recorded 19 points, a plus-14 rating and 53 shots on goal in just 16 outings and figures to resume his spot on Toronto's top line once cleared to play.

Matthews (upper body) skated at the Maple Leafs' practice facility Tuesday while the rest of the team had the day off, TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews' presence on the ice Tuesday was the first time media had seen him skate since he was injured on Nov. 6 and represents a step in the right direction for an imminent return, possibly as soon as Thursday at home against New Jersey. The Maple Leafs have netted 11 goals in the three games without the star center, but the real life team and fantasy squads alike are still probably chomping at the bit for him to return sooner rather than later.

Matthews (upper body) will not accompany the Leafs when they travel to Boston for Saturday's game against the Bruins, NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Toronto has rattled off two straight wins without Matthews, but it would be a ridiculous assertion to say that the Buds are better off without the 2017 Calder Trophy winner, who has potted 10 goals to complement nine assists and a sterling plus-14 rating over 16 games. By sitting out Saturday, Matthews will have all the way until Thursday to prepare for the next game -- a home tilt against the Devils.

Matthews (upper body) will not take part in Friday's matchup with Boston, Mark Masters of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews will miss his second consecutive outing due to his upper-body malady. Considering the Leafs are heading into a back-to-back versus the Bruins, it seems doubtful the center will be ready in time to play Saturday either -- although he has yet to be officially ruled out. Even without its star talent, Toronto still managed to register a win against Minnesota on Wednesday with Nazem Kadri stepping into the top-line role.

Coach Mike Babcock indicated after Wednesday's game that he "doesn't have a clue" whether or not Matthews (upper body) will be ready to return for the weekend's contests against the Bruins, Mark Masters of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 2016 first-overall pick was held out of Wednesday's contest with the ailment and it appears his status is a mystery at the moment. A clearer determination of the young stars' availability should surface as the contest draws closer.

Matthews (upper body) won't be in the lineup for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Kristen Shilton of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews was considered a game-time call for Monday's matchup with Vegas, but he was ultimately able to play in that contest, logging an assist and three shots on goal in 21:11 of ice time, so the box score indicates he wasn't limited at all against the Golden Knights. The 20-year-old pivot is reportedly just dealing with soreness, so the Maple Leafs are likely just being extra cautious with the face of their franchise. The 6-foot-3 American, who has racked up 10 goals and nine assists in 16 games this season, will hope to return to the lineup Friday against the Bruins.

Matthews took part in pre-game rushes and will likely return to the lineup, Kristen Shilton of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews has been bugged by soreness over the last couple days, but despite being absent for most of the morning skate he'll still appear in the contest. Despite Toronto dropping five of their last six games, it's hard to blame the 22-year-old for their struggles -- he's racked up six points and gone plus-four throughout that span. Expect Matthews to reprise his role on the first line, but if the game turns into a blowout, don't be surprised if head coach Mike Babcock relaxes his minutes.