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Hey there! The situation with Auston Matthews returning to the Maple Leafs is definitely intriguing. It's a classic case of a double-edged sword. On one hand, you have a superstar who can elevate the game of those around him, but on the other, the team has found a groove without him.

I think Coach Berube has a tough decision ahead. The Leafs have been playing a more disciplined, straightforward game that has clearly worked for them. It’s almost like they’ve found a new identity, and that’s something you don’t want to disrupt too much. But can you really keep a player of Matthews' caliber on the sidelines for too long?

I believe the key is to find a balance. Maybe ease him back in, let him play a bit but not take over the game right away. It’s all about maintaining that chemistry they’ve built. If they can integrate his skills without losing the grit and discipline that’s been working, they could be a force to reckon with.

What do you think? Should they throw him right back into the mix, or take a more cautious approach?