Tribute Auston Matthews Discussion "the Beauty" Edition

[JT AM da real deal]

Matty, like Freddy, is really a hot or cold kinda player. But he can switch on a dime whereas Freddy seems to stay hot for extended periods of time. I honestly can't understand how you can play a game on Sunday night vs Florida where we really needed that win and then come back with a complete dominating game like last night. It really blows my mind. It would be interesting to count the number of Florida type game played vs the number of game played like last night.

 

[Wafflewhipper]

Pasta is in tough to stay ahead of Matthews in goals scored. Matthews is behind by 2 goals with a single game in hand. Close to a 60 goal pace now for us (59) pace

 

[lovemyleafs]

I say he hits 60 goals.

 

[LeafsNation75]

 

[Pi]

If he didn't get injured he would have had: 40+ goals in every single year of his career.

Only guys I have seen who did that in their first four seasons by a quick search is #66 and #99 (Lindros would have done it as well if not for injury).

 

[7even]

Ovechkin is the greatest goalscorer of all time in my book. With context in mind, such as ice time and age, you could argue that Matthews is even better given that he's got a higher all-situations G/60.

He's the heir apparent at least. Absolutely amazing to get to see guys like him, Marner, and Tavares on this team at the same time.

Is that age adjusted? Matthews' career G/60 contains a proportionately higher ratio of his peak years than Ovechkin's career G/60 at age 34.

 

[Nithoniniel]

Is that age adjusted? Matthews' career G/60 contains a proportionately higher ratio of his peak years than Ovechkin's career G/60 at age 34.

I think it was for the same amount of games played to start their careers. At this point in Ovechkin's career, he hadn't scored as much as Matthews. And he got started closer to his prime.

 

[7even]

I think it was for the same amount of games played to start their careers. At this point in Ovechkin's career, he hadn't scored as much as Matthews. And he got started closer to his prime.

Innnnnnnnnnnnnteresting

 

[Mats13]

Matty, like Freddy, is really a hot or cold kinda player. But he can switch on a dime whereas Freddy seems to stay hot for extended periods of time. I honestly can't understand how you can play a game on Sunday night vs Florida where we really needed that win and then come back with a complete dominating game like last night. It really blows my mind. It would be interesting to count the number of Florida type game played vs the number of game played like last night.

He most definitely is not.

Matthews is not inconsistent or streaky. He’s very consistent. The only reason some people think he isn’t is cuz they watch him every game and don’t watch other stars every game.

You people compare Matthews actual games to other stars highlight reels and then complain about his consistency

 

[Chief Berube]

He most definitely is not.

Matthews is not inconsistent or streaky. He’s very consistent. The only reason some people think he isn’t is cuz they watch him every game and don’t watch other stars every game.

You people compare Matthews actual games to other stars highlight reels and then complain about his consistency

Very well said!

 

[leafsfan5]

This probably isn't a tracked stat (maybe it is) but it's insane how many clutch goals Matthews has had this season. He's had 3 when we were down 1 with like a minute left this year (Habs, Rangers, Jets). Our best player has shown up when we need him most

 

[Morbo]

So misguided. Got hit up a supermarket and fill your cart with meat for protein, check out. Then go home, do your research, go back and fill your cart with equivalent beans and lentils for protein. The second trip will cost you vastly less.

Great. Only problem is, beans and lentils suck, and meat is awesome.

 

[dirk41]

Love Matthews even more, hearing that he's Vegan.

Citation please.

 

[LeafsNation75]

This probably isn't a tracked stat (maybe it is) but it's insane how many clutch goals Matthews has had this season. He's had 3 when we were down 1 with like a minute left this year (Habs, Rangers, Jets). Our best player has shown up when we need him most

The unfortunate thing about those games when Matthews had the tying goal is that the Leafs went onto to lose those games in overtime or the shootout.

Plus in that game against the Jets let's not forget Matthews scored in the shootout and had Andersen stopped the next shooter, the Leafs would have won and he gets credit for the game winning goal.

 

[Confucius]

Great. Only problem is, beans and lentils suck, and meat is awesome.

correct beans and lentils have alot of carbs, meat has none. Carbs are the bad thing.

 

[LeafsNation75]

 

[ronzigato]

Great. Only problem is, beans and lentils suck, and meat is awesome.

Cool. Hope you feel better now that you've voiced your opinion.

 

[Morbo]

Cool. Hope you feel better now that you've voiced your opinion.

No better or worse than you, friend.

 

[93LEAFS]

He has to be one of the most low-key vegans around. Most somehow manage to squeeze it into like 50% of their statements...

 

[MyBudJT]

This probably isn't a tracked stat (maybe it is) but it's insane how many clutch goals Matthews has had this season. He's had 3 when we were down 1 with like a minute left this year (Habs, Rangers, Jets). Our best player has shown up when we need him most

I'm pretty sure I've seen a site with that Stat (Points/Goals in 1 goal deficet, NOT in last minute of the game). I can't seem to find the resource for the life of me, though.

 

[realgoodleafs]

Misguided youth.
Sounds like an intervention is in order.

Love Vegans, more Steak for me!

Apparently Chara the geezer is on a plant based diet too.

 

[LeafsNation75]

I'm pretty sure I've seen a site with that Stat (Points/Goals in 1 goal deficet, NOT in last minute of the game). I can't seem to find the resource for the life of me, though.

Is this the website you are thinking of?

2019-20 Toronto Maple Leafs Situational | Hockey-Reference.com

 

[LeafsNation75]

 

[Ziggdiezan]

Wondered how Panarin was going to do with the Rangers and he has answered every question. What a great signing for them as the Jackets are missing him like crazy

 

[Ziggdiezan]

Is this the website you are thinking of?

2019-20 Toronto Maple Leafs Situational | Hockey-Reference.com

Interesting how few 1 goal games the leafs have had and a bit concerning they havent one any of them.