Fansided · Sep 7, 2023
Knies Is Right: Auston Matthews Is Better Than Connor McDavid
The hockey world blew up this week when Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Matthew Knies made a comment about his teammate Auston Matthews.
Not only is Auston Matthews the best player on the Toronto Maple Leafs, but according to Knies, he’s the best player in the NHL.
Not everyone agreed.
The preseason hasn’t even started yet, and fans are desperate for news, so this quote blew up a bit.
Knies Is Right: Auston Matthews Is Better Than Connor McDavid
Here’s his comment:
“He’s not just the best goal-scorer in the NHL, but he plays defense, too. He’s kind of the best overall player (in the NHL) in my eyes.” (via: ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski)
And you know what, he’s right.