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Maple Leafs unveil first lineup without Auston Matthews after injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made several lineup changes after losing their captain, Auston Matthews, to a season-ending injury on Thursday.

Mar 10, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens defensemen Mike Matheson (8) and Noah Dobson (53) during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images | Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to head down the QEW to face off against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night. Without Auston Matthews in the lineup, after suffering a season-ending injury in the last game against the Anaheim Ducks, they have made several key lineup changes.