Matthews leads 3 Stars of the Week, had nine points in three games

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews was named the NHL's First Star of the Week after recording nine points (3 goals, 6 assists) in three games for the week ending October 11, 2026, including two four-point performances. He scored his 15th career overtime goal in a comeback win over Nashville and added four points in a 6-3 victory over Colorado. Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger and New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere were named the Second and Third Stars respectively, with Oettinger posting a .983 save percentage and two shutouts across three starts.