Auston Matthews to be handed Maple Leafs' captaincy Wednesday: reports

Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews is expected to be named the 26th captain in franchise history at an 11 a.m. ET news conference Wednesday, according to multiple reports.

Auston Matthews to be handed Maple Leafs' captaincy Wednesday: reports
Standing on the ice, Auston Matthews turns to his left to speak with fellow Maple Leafs forward John Tavares during a Feb. 27 2024 NHL regular-season game against the Vegas Golden Knights in Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews is expected to be named the 26th captain in franchise history at an 11 a.m. ET news conference Wednesday, according to multiple reports.