Leaf Auston Matthews celebrates his goal with Atlantic Division all-star linemate Brad Marchand, left, at the Staples Center on Sunday. ( Sean M. Haffey / GETTY IMAGES )LOS ANGELES—It’s back to reality for Auston Matthews: the grind of his first NHL season and the Maple Leafs in the playoff hunt. “The whole weekend was something that was special,” Matthews said Sunday as the NHL’s all-star festivities drew to a close. an unbelievable experience.” Matthews was also schooled somewhat by Sidney Crosby. It was Crosby vs. Matthews for the opening faceoff — won easily by Sid.

Source: thestar January 30, 2017 02:27 UTC