Auston Matthews gets brutally criticised.(Image via Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images)

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ captain and one of the most popular players in the league, Auston Matthews, had a rough season last time as he was dealing with his injuries. The Leafs’ captain ended up appearing in only 67 games last season and the team recorded a pretty poor performance on the ice. While things were looking hopeful for Auston Matthews initially in the new season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have already lost two of the four preseason matches held in the last few days, and now, this has raised eyebrows about the star player’s performance.

Auston Matthews gets slammed by former NHL player Sean Avery

A few hours ago, former NHL player Sean Avery made a few controversial remarks about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ captain.Former NHL player Sean Avery made an appearance on the Spittin’ Chicklets podcast, where he slammed Auston Matthews.He said, “Auston Matthews, if there’s a guy right now in the league that I say that might not have the next gear to win, he might be at the top of my list…Elias Patterson might be second.”While Auston Matthews has not reacted to Sean Avery’s comments on his performance yet, the Toronto Maple Leafs GM, Brad Treliving, had praised him a few days back.The Toronto Maple Leafs GM, Brad Treliving, made an appearance on Sportsnet’s The Real Kyper & Bourne, where he spoke about Auston Matthews’ return to the ice this season.The Toronto Maple Leafs GM, Brad Treliving, said, “To me, it starts with his preparation. He was back here early in the summer. It is amazing; when he shows up, it seems like everyone else is here now, too. He was here probably a month before we got going, and with the preparation he puts toward his craft and the way he practices, he sets the standard.”

Auston Matthews’ performance on the ice was highly criticised in the last season

Auston Matthews spent the whole of last season trying to recover from his injuries and could only participate in 67 games total. This had sparked concern among fans as many criticised his focus and performance on the ice.While Auston Matthews looks pretty fit in the new season, the recent losses in the preseason has sparked some concern and panic among fans.Also Read: “He’s in a position of power”: Chris Pronger and Luke Gazdic react to Connor McDavid’s uncertain future with the Edmonton Oilers