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The Auston Matthews Show: Chasing 70 Goals and Playoffs with the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Auston Matthews is on fire, chasing 70 goals while the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for the playoffs. Find out how the team balances his rest to keep the historic pace alive!

With the Toronto Maple Leafs gearing up for a crucial game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, all eyes are on Auston Matthews. The star player is just eight goals away from reaching a remarkable 70 goals this season. The pressure is on as the team navigates the delicate balance between pushing Matthews to achieve this milestone and ensuring he gets the rest he needs to maintain peak performance.

Coach Sheldon Keefe is well aware of the challenges that come with managing Matthews' pursuit of 70 goals. While the team works on getting their power play back on track, Keefe is focused on keeping Matthews in top form for the playoffs. The fine line between pushing for records and prioritizing long-term success adds an intriguing dynamic to the Maple Leafs' strategy.

As Matthews continues his hot streak, his teammates rally around him, fueling the team's momentum in the final stretch of the season. With just eight games left, the excitement is palpable as fans eagerly await each goal that brings Matthews closer to the elusive 70 mark. Mark Masters dives into the atmosphere within the team as they chase history with Matthews leading the charge.

In the midst of this exhilarating chase, one thing remains clear โ€“ Matthews' performance is not just about personal records, but about driving the team towards success. The Maple Leafs are not just chasing goals; they are chasing their playoff dreams, with Matthews at the forefront of their charge. As the season reaches its climax, the question remains: will Matthews hit the monumental 70-goal milestone, or will the focus shift to the ultimate goal of securing victory in the playoffs?

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Balancing Auston Matthews' rest a key in remainder of Maple Leafs ... (The Beacon Herald)

Auston Matthews needs eight goals to reach 70 on the season as the Leafs play host to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday.

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Balancing Auston Matthews' rest key in remainder of Maple Leafs ... (Toronto Sun)

Auston Matthews needs eight goals to reach 70 on the season as the Leafs play host to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday.

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How Toronto Maple Leafs will treat Auston Matthews' chase for 70 ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Sheldon Keefe acknowledges there is a fine line between keeping Auston Matthews' historic pace alive, getting a slumping power play in sync, ...

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'I'm Not Concerned About 70 Goals At All': Maple Leafs' Coach ... (The Hockey News)

While many players have expressed a desire to see Matthews reach 70, preparation for the playoffs is Keefe's focal point.

Matthews' pursuit of 70 goals fuelling Leafs down the stretch (TSN)

Eight games to go, eight goals to go for Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews in his chase for 70 goals. Mark Masters has more on how his teammates are ...

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