Auston Matthews finally laced up his skates for the ultimate showdown against the Bruins. Like his team, he left everything on the ice, but it wasn't enough.
The Leafs were on the cusp, but once again they must bow out in the first round after a defeat to the Bruins.
In contrast to goaltender Joseph Woll, Auston Matthews was able to take part in this do-or-die match. He performed admirably given the circumstances, delivering a superb pass for William Nylander's goal.
The NHL's leading goal scorer this season had missed the last two games, the only ones the Leafs managed to win to force a Game 7.
