It was Matthews who set the tone with three points (two goals, one assist), five shots on goal, three blocked shots and 13 of 17 face-offs won. It was a far cry from his recent struggles, one in which ...

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As for Tavares, he has said publicly that he wants to be a Maple Leaf for life, and that is what he will be. Both sides will sit down and get a deal done when the time is right. The only question ...