Ahead of 2025 NHL season, Auston Matthews brings out fun side during Maple Leafs’ preseason; later breaks it down

Auston Matthews injected levity into Maple Leafs’ preseason warmups by arranging pucks into a smiley face, a gesture that underscored his personality amidst rigorous training. Matthews downplayed any connection to former teammate Mitch Marner’s antics, emphasizing the team’s focus on maintaining a positive atmosphere as they prepare for the upcoming NHL season.