Auston Matthews Hits 50-Goal Milestone in Record Time

In a standout performance against the Coyotes, Matthews becomes the fastest American-born player to reach 50 goals in a season.

Auston Matthews scored his 50th and 51st goals of the season in a 6-3 victory over the Arizona Coyotes, setting a new record for American-born players.
The Toronto Maple Leafs extended their winning streak to five games, despite missing their No. 1 defenseman, Morgan Rielly.
Matthews' historic achievement was witnessed by friends and family in his hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Supporting performances by William Nylander and Mitch Marner contributed to the Leafs' success, with Nylander scoring in five consecutive games.
The Leafs are showing signs of becoming the team their coach Sheldon Keefe has envisioned, with fewer personal mistakes and increased attention to defensive detail.