It's no different in the NHL, and one of the more famous mustache-bearers in the game, Auston Matthews, is putting his to good use. He is working with Movember, which raises money for men's mental health, again this season and is pledging to shave off his mustache for a price.

Why does Auston Matthews have a mustache?

Matthews has sported the look since he entered the NHL in 2016 but is putting it on the line for the annual November movement that supports men's mental health and suicide prevention and testicular and prostate cancer.

Does Auston Matthews dye his mustache?

A 47-goal performance in a shorten season kept the blade away from Matthews' upper lip. The face foliage was a little sparse at first. “I didn't think it was thick enough to make an impact then I 'Just for Men'ed' it, I dyed it, so it sticks out a little bit more,”Matthews told Tim and Sid on Sportsnet.

How much did Matthews raise for Movember?

Currently one of the most famous moustaches in professional hockey, Matthews has once again committed to shaving off his trademark Mo if he raises $134,000 for the global men's health charity by the end of November.

How much money has Auston Matthews raised for Movember?

Last year, it raised $20.8 million in Canada. Matthews created a video for his fundraiser, one in which the 23-year-old shares some online comments both for and against his recognizable facial hair. “Some of you love it, most of you hate it. And now, the fate of my moustache is in your hands,” he began in a video No.

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews agrees to shave off his moustache if he raises 134k for Movember

Who is Auston Matthews dating?

Auston Matthews's Girlfriend, Emily Ruttledge: Career. The NHL player Auston's girlfriend, Emily Ruttledge, currently resides in California. She works as a Research Assistant at Pepperdine University.

Why is Mathews called Papi?

Auston's nickname is “Papi,” after David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox, his favourite baseball player growing up and the inspiration for wearing No. 34. Even though his father thought he was better at baseball, the sport was too slow for Auston and he chose to focus on hockey.

What is wrong with Matthews?

Matthews played with a wrist injury for most of the 2021 season, yet still led the league with 41 goals. He felt increasing discomfort in the wrist as he ramped up his offseason activity this week, the Leafs said in their announcement. Surgery was recommended after he consulted with specialists and team medical staff.

Is Matthews an assistant captain?

The Leafs' captains this season will be: John Tavares - Captain. Auston Matthews - Assistant Captain. Mitch Marner - Assistant Captain.

How old is William Nylander?

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The 25-year-old produced 17 goals and 42 points in 2020-21.

How old is Matthews Leafs?

Playing in National League A, the top Swiss pro league, the 18-year-old center had 24 goals (fourth in the league) and 46 points (10th) in 36 games with Zurich in 2015-16.

Did Auston Matthews have wrist surgery?

Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews is expected to miss the first three games of the regular season as he continues to recover from wrist surgery. The 24-year-old centre, who had surgery on Aug. ... Matthews had 41 goals in 52 games last season to lead the NHL, but missed four games with a wrist injury.

Is Austin Matthews injured?

The timeline for Matthews' injury was a minimum of six weeks and he's currently into his eighth week. "When the medical team deem that it's appropriate for him to really resume full participation and be ready for games then we'll of course get him involved," Keefe said of Matthews.

How did Matthews get injured?

Toronto Maple Leafs C Auston Matthews is expected to miss the firs three games of the 2021-22 regular season due to a wrist injury, per coach Sheldon Keefe. The Leafs open the regular season on Wednesday night vs. the Montreal Canadiens. ... The Leafs are still -175 on the moneyline for the opener vs.

What ethnicity is Auston Matthews?

Early life. Matthews was born in San Ramon, California to Brian, from California, and Ema, originally from Hermosillo, Mexico. He and his family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, when Auston was two months old, and he began attending Phoenix Coyotes games at age two.