Maple Leafs' Matthews returns after 14-game absence
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He's back.
Toronto Maple Leafs superstar Auston Matthews returned to the lineup against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday after missing the last 14 games due to a shoulder injury.
The Maple Leafs went 9-5-0 during the 14-game stretch. Despite his prolonged absence, Matthews sits tied for second on the club with 10 goals, and fifth with 16 points.
Fourth-line center Frederik Gauthier was pushed out of the lineup with Matthews' return.