New Insight Reveals How Matthew Knies Is Really Doing This Season for the Leafs

It could be that Matthew Knies fit right in for the Leafs when he joined last season during the playoffs, or that he effortlessly worked his way into the top 6 this year in just a few games. Either way, it somehow feels like Matthew Knies has been a Maple Leaf for more than just 1 season.

Knies has been able to elevate his game to the NHL effortlessly, it seems, with his size and skill making him a formidable forechecker for fellow Arizonian Auston Matthews. He also has a goalscoring touch, too, with 8 goals so far in the season.

Looking at Knies' scoring pace gives a great picture of how he is doing in his rookie season. He is currently on pace for 22 goals, which would be excellent for the late second-round pick in his rookie season.

Here are some other notable rookie seasons that match Knies' current pace.

If Knies turns out like any of the above players, Leaf fans should be excited. Although, they are likely already excited given Knies' contributions to the team. He scores, checks, and has even dropped the gloves, something all Leaf fans love.

As seen on Maple Leafs Daily - "Huge development regarding Leafs rookie Matthew Knies"