Overview

• Matthews told NHL.com his health is good and he feels much better entering training camp.
• Team officials previously said the upper-body injury was sustained in camp, managed without surgery, and treated in part with a trip to Munich.
• He was limited to 33 goals and 78 points in 67 games in 2024-25 after scoring 69 goals the previous season.
• He captained the U.S. at the 4 Nations Face-Off, lost the final to Canada in overtime, and says the setback adds motivation for the 2026 Olympics after being named to the initial roster.
• Analysts highlight him as a potential Selke Trophy candidate this season, noting Mitch Marner’s departure and listing BetMGM odds at +2200.