Auston Matthews Is the Toronto Maple Leafs All-Time Best Player

The Leafs star center is on his way to obliterating numerous records for an original-six, storied franchise. Postseason results aside, his projected numbers leave no doubt about his status as the greatest player in team history.

Apr 24, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) get set for a face-off against the Boston Bruins in game three of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports / John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

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Auston Matthews is the Toronto Maple Leafs All-Time Best Player, Even Without a Cup

Matthews and his star teammates have yet to spark a long playoff run.

His postseason production is below his regular season standard but should correct itself over time.

Other events (untimely injuries, bad bounces, poor goaltending) have also contributed to the team's failures.

Auston Matthews has demonstrated a commitment and loyalty to the Leafs.

He has been paid handsomely to do so but has performed as a Top 5 NHL player and the best goal scorer in the league.

He is a combination of the previously voted two best players in team history. He has defensive awareness like Keon and is on pace to shatter Sundin's offensive numbers.

It defies the odds that a player of his caliber won't go on a long playoff run at some point. It is not needed though, to prove his worth as the best player in the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Auston Matthews is the best player to ever play for the Toronto Maple Leafs, ever.

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