That was assuming, of course, that Matthews would be healthy. However, a nagging hand injury hampered his production, limiting him to 33 goals and 78 points, well below his usual output. That ailment, along with a knee issue, sidelined him for 15 games.

Tickets to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs could be punched tonight, as the Maple Leafs (3-1) and the Hurricanes (3-1) each look to close out their respective series. Meanwhile, the Wild vs.

Although Connor Hellebuyck hasn’t looked sharp in the postseason, we expect the Vezina frontrunner to rebound as the Jets regain control of the series on home ice.