Matthews Cleared to Return Wednesday After Lower-Body Injury Absence

Auston Matthews (lower body) is officially cleared to play in Wednesday's game against Columbus, as reported by David Alter of The Hockey News. Matthews missed the last five games due to the injury. In 17 appearances this season, he has recorded nine goals, five assists, 31 blocked shots, 13 hits, and six PIM, while averaging 21:15 of ice time.