Watch Live: Maple Leafs introduce Auston Matthews as captain

Watch the full press conference from the Toronto Maple Leafs, as the team announces that Auston Matthews will become the 26th captain in franchise history, succeeding John Tavares.

The Toronto Maple Leafs will meet with the media on Wednesday, when they are expected to introduce Auston Matthews as the 26th captain in team history.

Note: This event has concluded but you can watch it in its entirety above.

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