Matthews reflects on Maple Leafs’ summer of change
Auston Matthews wanted to take his time.
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews expressed satisfaction with the team's summer of change on Wednesday as the Original Six franchise kicked off its training camp with physicals. The 19-week sprint since John Chayka became general manager in May has led to significant alterations to the roster. Matthews, who is recovering from knee surgery, praised Chayka's decision to bring in two-time Stanley Cup winner Sergei Bobrovsky to the net, add defenceman Darren Raddysh, and select No. 1 overall pick Gavin McKenna.
The Maple Leafs, who finished last in the Atlantic Division last season with 78 points, open the regular season on September 29 at home against the Montreal Canadiens.
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