James Mirtle, « Mirtle: Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner continue assault on Leafs record book », Toronto – The Athletic, Toronto, Ontario, (consulté le ) : « The goal was Matthews’ 25th of the season after 52 games. According to Elias Sports Bureau, Matthews’ goal broke the franchise record for the fastest Leafs player to hit 25 goals, beating Howie Meeker's 70-year-old mark of 58 games. »