Summary
Auston Matthews looked like a different player in the Maple Leafs preseason split-squad games against Montreal but what does he still need to show before we can say hes truly back?Mike DiStefano and Dave Morasuti break down the signs that Matthews is healthier, more explosive and playing with more conviction, while looking at the next steps he needs to take: his skating, burst, strength, off-puck play, backchecking and overall ability to dictate games.The guys also dive into the Leafs experimenting with Darren Raddysh alongside Morgan Rielly and why that combination could make sense.They end the show with a Co-Sign/No-Sign about a player struggling to get with the main group and if Easton Cowan could be the first in line for a promotion.Also discussed:Matthews encouraging preseason performanceWhy his skating and defensive play stood outRaddyshs impact on the Leafs power playWhat a RaddyshRielly pairing could look likeGavin McKennas NHL debutWhat Toronto needs to clean up before the next preseason gameEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year with free shipping always.AuraAura helps protect your personal information by actively removing your data from data broker sites and keeping it off. Start your free trial today at http://aura.com/aware.IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade whats next.FanDuelGet three hundred fifty dollars in Bonus Bets GUARANTEED when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.