Toronto Maple Leafs Reporter Sounds the Alarm on Matias Maccelli
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Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matias Maccelli is being asked for a lot right now, as the forward has been put on the first line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies.
Matias Maccelli had over 50 points just two seasons ago. However, in 2024-25, he only managed 18 points, which left Utah Mammoth fans confused.
With his value lower than ever, the Toronto Maple Leafs traded for Maccelli, with the understanding that the law averages would bring him back up to speed.
As the Leafs failed to get themselves a solid top-six forward during the Summer, Maccelli was given a larger role, and now, he is on the team's first line with Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies.
Matias Maccelli remains a question mark for the Maple Leafs
His first game was solid, and with each game, the Leafs are able to build their chemistry. However, Sportsnet reporter Luke Fox is not convinced.
While speaking on 'Leafs Morning Take,' the reporter noted that he thinks by the trade deadline, the Leafs will realize that Maccelli just isn't enough.
We might be to the point where, the trade deadline rolls around and they're still looking for a solution there.
Overall, this is a hasty opinion, but one that is rooted in a bit of reality when you consider how Maccelli has never really been a first-line guy.
At the end of the day, the Toronto Maple Leafs are a deep team, and if Maccelli were to have a solid spot in the middle-six, he would easily be a success in Toronto.
He has an assist to start the season, and playing with Auston Matthews, he will certainly get a few more points.
Only time will tell whether or not the forward can become one of the best players on the team.
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