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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews raves about Easton Cowan following win vs. Oilers

Auston Matthews looks completely reinvigorated to start the 2026-27 season, and it’s in part due to his running mates. Matthews has been one of the NHL’s best players, and was in terrific form once again during Toronto’s 7-2 victory over…

By Arun Srinivasan · The Leafs Nation

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 2:00 PM

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Auston Matthews praised Easton Cowan's development and hockey IQ following Toronto's victory over Edmonton.
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 to extend their winning streak to four games.
Cowan assisted Matthews on a 2-on-1 goal and has registered 12 points across 13 games this season.

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Auston Matthews praised teammate Easton Cowan following the Toronto Maple Leafs' 7-2 win against the Edmonton Oilers. Matthews highlighted Cowan's hockey IQ, defensive responsibility, and physical development as the 21-year-old winger assisted Matthews on a 2-on-1 rush goal.

Cowan, Matthews, and Jack Roslovic have formed Toronto's top line during the team's four-game winning streak. Cowan has tallied five goals and 12 points in 13 games, while Leon Draisaitl scored twice for Edmonton in the defeat.

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