NHL reporter shares Auston Matthews status just moments before game 7

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Hunter Bowman
May 4, 2024 (7:25 PM)

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Tonight, the Stanley Cup playoffs heat up with a big Game 7 between the Boston Bruins and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Fans are buzzing, and the arena is full of the sounds of hockey, skates and sticks hitting the ice, setting the stage for a night of intense action.

Everyone's watching Auston Matthews from the Maple Leafs. He had to leave Game 4 early because he was sick and missed the next two games. This left everyone wondering if he'd play tonight. The Leafs haven't said much about his condition, which has only made fans more curious.

This morning brought some hope when Matthews showed up for the team's morning skate. News spread fast on social media, with one update catching a lot of attention:

Auston Matthews arrives with the Leafs for their team's morning skate. 👀

If Matthews plays tonight, it's a big deal for the Leafs' «Core Four.» William Nylander, who also missed games, is back too. Tonight might be the first time all four key players are in the game together this postseason. Hockey expert Paul Bissonnette added to the excitement with his tweet:

Hearing rumblings the CORE FOUR will be assembling tonight. #BeLeaf

There's a lot on the line for both teams. Toronto is trying to win a Game 7 after losing six in a row. Boston wants to avoid the embarrassment of losing a series after being up 3-1 for the second year in a row.

When the game starts, it will decide who gets to move on to play the Florida Panthers next. Both teams are desperate to win, making tonight's game a real test of who wants it more. Don't miss it. It's going to be one to remember!

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