Matthews is an unbelievable player during the regular season, shaped as one of the best goal scorers in the NHL. Once the playoffs begin, though, the script is flipped, especially

As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to navigate the fallout from another early playoff exit, NHL insider Frank Seravalli floated a drastic idea that could change the team’s outlook from top to bottom.

Matthews' 33 goals were the fewest of his nine NHL seasons, and he had 78 points in 67 games, down from his NHL career-highs in goals (69) and points (107) last season. Despite the injury, Matthews earned the respect of his teammates in his first season as captain.