The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for a crucial five-game road trip, and the potential return of key forwards could give the team a significant boost. Captain Auston Matthews, along with Matthew Knies and Nicolas Roy, practiced for a second straight day on Tuesday as the team traveled. The trio has missed games recently due to injuries, raising questions about how their reintegration could impact the lineup.

Matthews, sidelined for the past five games with a lower-body injury, has been a central figure for Toronto this season. Knies has missed three games with a lower-body issue, while Roy has been out for three contests due to an upper-body injury. Their participation in practice signals progress, but the team remains cautious.

Coach Craig Berube emphasized the importance of getting

See Full Page