Why Auston Matthews Will Re-Sign With the Toronto Maple Leafs
By Jeff Borsuk
Building a Legacy
Matthews has already seen that with his skill set he can do things that no one has before him.
Doing this with a club as storied as the Maple Leafs not just makes him special but it builds a legacy. Matthews has not only broken an impressive long standing record with the Buds, but he stands to break some more.
Build a legacy is easier to do when remaining with just one team. Matthews may be putting great stock into leaving his mark on the team’s and league history.
Staying with Friends
There has been many instances that have played out in public that have shown Matthews has made real connections with his Toronto Maple Leafs teammates.
Matthews appears to be a part of an entourage where he and his Leafs buddies have a great time together.
It’s natural to want to spend time with friends. Matthews has established a level of comfort with the group of athletes that meet and travel with him to the rinks.
Without wanting to find new companions in a new and foreign setting, it’s both easier and more comforting to remain with his friends in the Big Smoke.
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The City of Toronto
Let’s face it, Toronto is one of the best cities in the world. From the vibrant nightlife to incredible cuisine, there is something for everyone.
Matthews is known as a fashionista. He was even hemming his own jeans for a time.
With the large variety of stores and availability of haute couture in Toronto, Matthews will really need to consider if he wants to be too far away from such an incredible place.
While some may argue that he’s from Scottsdale, Arizona (born in San Ramon, California) and that’s where he’ll want to be, Toronto has become his home.