Matthew Knies to Play vs. Golden Knights Despite Missing Skate for Maintenance

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies is set to play against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday, January 15, 2026, despite missing the morning skate for "maintenance," as confirmed by head coach Craig Berube. Knies logged 14:45 of ice time in the previous game. He may be moved to the fourth line for the first time this season, potentially to limit his minutes. Knies previously missed three games in November due to a lower-body injury that had been nagging him for a month.