Matthews' 16 goals puts him third among NHL centers behind only Jeff Carter and Sidney Crosby, and he leads all centers in shots on goal.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews has been among the rookie leaders in scoring, but there should be far more talk about him as a dominant, two-way center. This kid is as good, maybe better than advertised when he was drafted.

Matthews scored a goal and registered eight shots on net during Monday's loss to Anaheim.

EDGE Analysis

There have been a few typical rookie peaks and valleys, but with 15 goals, 24 points and 115 shots through his first 31 games, Matthews hasn't disappointed fantasy owners. He's driving possession and offense, and his shot volume provides a high floor in daily contests. It isn't out of the question that he begins to pick up the pace offensively as he further acclimatizes to the NHL, either.

Matthews notched a power-play goal in the shootout loss to the Coyotes on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

It was a special moment, as Matthews scored against his childhood team. He also had three grade-A chances to bury the game-winner in overtime, but none of them went for the rookie. He ended the game with four shots on goal. Since breaking his 13-game goalless streak, Matthew has eight goals and 10 points in the last nine games. He has 14 goals and 23 points this season.

Matthews assisted on the Leafs' first goal and notched their second on a power play in Tuesday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

He helped them build a two-goal lead that they let evaporate in the late stages of the second period, then was stopped in the shootout. Still, it's another strong effort in what's been a promising -- if somewhat inconsistent -- rookie campaign for hockey's latest No. 1 pick. His 22 points and 101 shots in 28 games add up to terrific fantasy value, particularly considering that Matthews still hasn't reached his ceiling.

Matthews scored his 12th goal of the season in a 4-1 win over Boston on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The teen phenom has six goals and seven points in his last seven games and 20 points in 26 games. Matthews has 94 shots on goal in 26 games this season, a tally that puts him with the likes of Alex Ovechkin, Vlad Tarasenko and Tyler Seguin on the leader's list. Yup, that's a sweet list to be on.

Matthews scored a goal Saturday in Toronto's 3-2 overtime loss to Vancouver.

EDGE Analysis

It was his 11th goal. Like any young player, Matthews will go through periods of drought and elongated slumps, just like he did recently when it came to goals. Ride them out -- Matthews is special. And he has five goals and six points in his last five games.

Matthews opened the scoring with his 10th goal in Tuesday's 4-2 victory over Edmonton, adding two PIM and a plus-1 rating.

EDGE Analysis

In the battle of No. 1 picks between Matthews and Connor McDavid, it was last season's top selection who posted a multi-point night. However, Matthews' early goal got the Leafs off to a strong start and continued his burgeoning hot streak -- he's scored in three straight games, totaling four goals and a helper in that time. He may not be quite as good as McDavid, but Matthews is still growing into one of the stars of the league already.

Matthews scored his ninth goal of the season Saturday against the Capitals. It stood as the game winner.

EDGE Analysis

His goal drought is clearly over. Matthews has four points in his last two games and 17 points in 21 games this season.

Matthews snapped a 13-game goal drought Wednesday with two goals and one assist in a 5-4 shootout loss to the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

The monkey is off his back. Matthews has been carrying a heavy load in the Leafs' top six and facing some of the best that opposing teams can dress. That's a tough slog for a teenager in a man's league. Matthews got plenty of chances during his recent goal drought, but had been mostly unlucky. A little puck luck and he could start putting up more consistent points.

Matthews is mired in a five-game point drought.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews is minus-4 in those five games after delivering 10 points, including six goals, and a plus-1 rating in his first six games. Coach Mike Babcock has been using him on the Leafs' top line. That's a tough slog for any young player. Matthews will adjust soon enough.