Auston Matthews

Auston Matthews, born on September 17, 1997, is an American professional ice hockey center and alternate captain for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League (NHL). Although he was born in San Ramon, California, Matthews and his family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, when he was very young.

Matthews joined the USA Hockey National Team Development Program within the United States Hockey League (USHL) and later played for the ZSC Lions in the Swiss National League. Matthews became the first American to be selected with the first overall pick since Patrick Kane in 2007 when he was chosen by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft.

Matthews made an unforgettable mark in his NHL debut by becoming the first player in modern NHL history to score four goals in his rookie season in 2016-17, scoring 40 goals and setting the Maple Leafs' rookie record.

He became the second rookie for the season's 2004-05 lockout to reach the 40-goal milestone, along with Alexander Ovechkin. Additionally, Matthews has become the fourth teen in NHL history to accomplish this feat. His excellent overall performance earned him the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's top rookie for the season.

Matthews agreed to a four-year contract extension with an AAV of $13.25 million on August 23, 2023. He got his eighth career hat trick in the Maple Leafs' 6-5 shootout victory over the Canadiens in their home opener to start the 2023–24 campaign.

The Maple Leafs defeated the Wild 7-4, and Matthews added to this the next game by scoring his ninth career hat trick. He is the first player to record back-to-back hat tricks at the start of the season since Alex Ovechkin in 2017.

Auston Matthews’ Personal Information

Auston Matthews’ Early Life

Auston Matthews was born on September 17, 1997, in San Ramon, California, USA. At the age of five, he began showing a strong inclination in the direction of the game. During his formative years, he played both baseball and ice hockey. His excellent hand-eye coordination made him particularly skilled in baseball.

When Matthews was 12 years old, he joined a spring hockey league. His team, which performed within the Arizona Bobcats minor hockey application, consisted of the sons of former professional hockey players. One of his teams was even assembled by Claude Lemieux, a former participant for the Phoenix Coyotes.

Matthews received schooling from Boris Dorozhenko, a former Ukrainian ice hockey player who had formerly coached in Mexico. After moving to the USA, Dorozhenko stayed with the Matthews family for a few years to retain their education. Matthews participated in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament in 2010 as a member of the Kharkov minor hockey team.

Auston Matthews’ Personal Life

Beyond the ice, Matthews was enrolled in online courses with the University of Nebraska, Omaha. In August 2016, he moved to Toronto and commenced training alongside teammates Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly.

As a young fan, Matthews looked up to basketball legend Kobe Bryant, and his preferred sports movie is “The Mighty Ducks.” He admires players like Jonathan Toews and Anže Kopitar for their properly-rounded offensive and defensive skills, and his playing style has regularly been compared to theirs.

Matthews' memorable four-goal debut in the NHL was venerated through rap artist SVDVM, who released a tune titled “Auston Matthews” in his honour. In 2019, Matthews was selected as the cover athlete for EA Sports' NHL 20 video game, similarly solidifying his fame as a rising star in the hockey world.

Auston Matthews’ Family Background

The parents of Auston Taylour Matthews are Brian from California and Ema, originally from Hermosillo, Mexico. Auston was born in San Ramon, California. At two months old, he started going to Phoenix Coyotes games after his family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona.

Matthews' father, Brian, is the chief technology officer of a New Jersey-based manufacturing corporation; he is a former collegiate baseball player. Matthews' mother, Ema, is Mexican, so he speaks a little Spanish. However, not much is known about her.

He has two sisters: Breyana, who is five years younger, and Alexandria, who is three years older. Additionally, Wes Matthews, Matthews' uncle, was a short-time player for the Miami Dolphins in the National Football League.

Auston Matthews’ Girlfriend

Emily Ruttledge is Auston Matthews' girlfriend. She completed her studies at Pepperdine University and currently works as a research assistant at the same institution. Like Matthews, Rutledge is originally from Arizona, but Emily likes to maintain her privacy, so not much information about their connection can be found on their social media accounts. After reportedly being friends for many years, they began dating in 2018.

Emily is an alumna of Pinnacle High School and has pursued further education at prestigious institutions, including the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). In 2019, she expanded her know-how with the aid of enrolling in the Harvard Business School Online program, similarly improving her academic and professional history.

Rottledge was a valued member of the Pi Beta Phi fraternity and the recipient of the Mouer Award. She graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in human development and family studies. She was a volunteer at Phoenix Children's Hospital to promote cancer awareness in addition to her job as a business analyst at Infosys.

Auston Matthews’ Social Media

Auston Matthews' social media handles are as follows:

• Instagram - AM (@austonmatthews) • Instagram photos and videos

• Twitter (X) - Auston Matthews (@AM34) / X (twitter.com)

• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AustonMatthewsOfficial/

Auston Matthews’ Net Worth

As of 2023, Auston Matthews' estimated net worth is $63 million. This huge wealth has been accrued through his hit career within the NHL, in addition to various businesses. In 2019, at the age of 21, Matthews signed a contract worth $58.2 million, making it the 45th-highest in terms of total value within the league.

With an average annual value (AAV) of $11.6 million, Matthews' contract ranks as the third highest within the NHL and holds the distinction of being the best amongst his fellow teammates on the Toronto Maple Leafs.

According to Spotrac, Auston Matthews made a total of $60,945,000 in career earnings over the course of eight seasons, which includes a $6,147,500 salary and a sizable $54,797,500 signing bonus as of 2023.

Auston Matthews as a Brand Ambassador

Auston Matthews has established partnerships and collaborations with numerous prestigious brands, which include Apple, Verizon, Upper Deck, Bauer, Scotia Bank, and CCM Hockey, as per First Sportz. Reportedly, Matthews has become an ambassador for Porsche Center Oakville.

In April 2021, Matthews ventured into the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and released his own NFT series in collaboration with OpenSea. The collection proved to be an immensely hit, producing $200,000 in sales on its first day of release. As of 2021, his NFT series has an outstanding cost of $5.966 million.

Auston Matthews’ Investments

There is no information available about any investments by Auston Matthews.

Auston Matthews’ Career Stats

These stats have been taken from NHL.com.

Auston Matthews’ Achievements

The achievements of Auston Matthews are as follows:

Auston Matthews’ Contract

Auston Matthews was selected as the first choice by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL Entry Draft in June 2016. On February 5, 2019, he signed a new five-year contract with the team valued at $58.17 million, equating to an annual salary of $11.634 million.

For the 2022-23 season, Matthews is slated to earn base earnings of $750,000 and a signing bonus of $7.2 million. However, his cap hit, which reflects his average annual value, remains at $11.6 million.

Auston Matthews' upcoming contract extension for 2023–24 is for four years and is worth $53 million. The contract includes a $49.6 million signing bonus and an average annual salary of $13.2 million. In 2028, Auston Matthews will be a free agent.

Auston Matthews’ Diet

There is no information available about the diet of Auston Matthews.

Auston Matthews’ House

According to reports, Auston Matthews is rumoured to own a lavish 7,500 sq. ft. home nestled at the bottom of Camelback Mountain in Arizona. However, the exact address is not available.

Auston Matthews’ Car

Auston Matthews has garnered attention for his love of cars and possesses an excellent collection that displays his affinity for luxurious and high-performance cars. Among his remarkable cars are a Porsche 911 Turbo S ($230,400), a Lamborghini Urus ($220,000), and a Mercedes-Benz S-Class ($114,500).