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.