Auston Matthews Surprises Young Leafs Fans with Heartwarming Gesture
A few things can explain why Toronto Maple Leafs' player Auston Matthews is one of the most popular hockey player in the world, but the main ones clearly are his impressive skills and his great personality, making him among the most fun players to watch across the NHL.
There's no doubt that Matthews became an iconic figure in the sport. Last weekend, at the All-Star Game, he proved it again by making an incredible gesture to young fans.
Matthews Makes a Heartwarming Gesture Towards Young Fans at All-Star Weekend
Auston Matthews made the best out of the All-Star Weekend in Toronto. He brought a lot of joy to young fans.
Teaming up with the Make-A-Wish foundation and Fanatics, he met with five young children, dedicated his time to them, autographed gear, and took pictures. There's no doubt that these kids will remember that day for the rest of their lives!
Throughout the weekend, he continued to engage with young fans, and the Maple Leafs shared a touching video.
Check it out:
Matthews is a true inspiration for young players. We hope that many more decide to make dreams come true in the future.
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Who do you prefer? |
Nylander | 153 | 14.8 % |
Marner | 197 | 19.1 % |
Matthews | 568 | 54.9 % |
Tavares | 116 | 11.2 % |
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