Summary
Auston Matthews, captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, is receiving criticism for celebrating Team USA's Olympic gold medal win instead of focusing on the NHL's return to play. Some fans are upset because he's not heading back to the team immediately, but there are reports he will play in the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Key Facts
- Auston Matthews is the captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, a professional ice hockey team.
- Matthews celebrated Team USA's Olympic gold win in men's hockey by attending several parties and events.
- The NHL season resumes soon with an important game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
- Toronto fans expect Matthews to join the team promptly for the crucial match.
- Matthews and some American teammates visited the White House for a celebratory event.
- Despite reports he might miss the upcoming game, he is expected to play in it.
- Fellow Team USA member Jake Guentzel returned directly to his team, the Tampa Bay Lightning, skipping the White House visit.
