Maple Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe did not disclose the type of injury, but considered it to be minor.

At this time, I will say that his case is assessed dailysaid the Maple Leafs pilot. This is actually more preventative than anything. We give him a rest at night and we will meet later.

Matthews sustained the injury in Toronto’s 5-4 win on Saturday night against their Ontario rivals, the Ottawa Senators.

The American center player is having an extraordinary season. He has 58 goals and 102 points in 70 games this season. He distinguished himself by scoring 51 goals in 50 games during the campaign, becoming the first player since 1996 to achieve success.

After the game against the Islanders, the Maple Leafs will host the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday.