Knies will open the season on the top line alongside Auston Matthews as the Maple Leafs host the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 7, 2025, where it first appeared in the NHL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

However, Igor Shesterkin is a far tougher challenge than Preds backup Justice Annunen. The New York Rangers goalie has a remarkable .972 SV% and a 0.76 GAA in four starts this season. So, the Maple Leafs better shoot everything they can on goal and get shots from those dirty areas if they’re going to beat Shesterkin.

In Scott Laughton’s absence, top Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan has been thrown right into the fire, working his way up to the top line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies.

New York's J.T. Miller and Toronto's Matthew Knies aim to ignite struggling offenses. Get ready for a high-octane showdown as these Eastern Conference contenders clash.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies talked about what he did with his $6 million signing bonus. He received it after inking a six-year, $46.5 million contract extension in early July.

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews was granted a maintenance day during Friday’s practice session. Matthews skated prior to the session, but did not participate with the team.

Teamwork is essential in hockey, and the connection between Knies and Jarnkrok exemplifies this principle. When players understand each other's movements and instincts, they can create opportunities even in challenging situations.

Maple Leafs' top prospect Easton Cowan makes his NHL debut Monday, joining Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies on the top line. Cowan's speed, skill, and playoff experience are expected to inject much-needed energy and scoring into the team's offense.

Matthew Knies scored his second goal of the year on Thursday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs took a 2-1 overtime win over the New York Rangers. Playing on the eve of his 23rd birthday, Knies opened the scoring for the Leafs on the power play,

Easton Cowan is loving life as a rookie in the NHL with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 20-year-old has played two games alongside Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies on Toronto's top line. He registered his first NHL point on Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators on a goal from Matthews.