According to Chris Johnston, Matthews played despite feeling unwell, which also led to his absence from the morning skate.
Looking ahead to game four, The Athletic discussed the Leafs improved chances with Matthews expected to be in better health after playing through illness in game three. His absence from the morning skate was attributed to his need for rest, affecting his performance despite logging over 23 minutes of ice time.
Matthews' impact was evident in game two, but the Bruins tough defense posed challenges for him in game three. Despite the setback, the Leafs remain hopeful for a strong performance in the upcoming game.