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Auston Matthews returns from injury with big game as Leafs beat Sharks

The Maple Leafs’ John Tavares (91) scores against Sharks goaltender Aaron Dell (30). Tavares had two goals, and Auston Matthews also scored twice and added an assist in the victory.

The Maple Leafs’ John Tavares (91) scores against Sharks goaltender Aaron Dell (30). Tavares had two goals, and Auston Matthews also scored twice and added an assist in the victory.

Photo: Nathan Denette / Associated Press

TORONTO — Auston Matthews says the last month was torture watching his Maple Leafs.

The center jumped right back in the action at full speed Wednesday night.

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Matthews had two goals and an assist in his return to the lineup after missing 14 games with a left shoulder injury and Toronto beat the Sharks 5-3 for its third straight victory.