About Shawn Matthias
Shawn Matthias is a Canadian former professional ice hockey forward. Matthias played in the NHL, making appearances with the Florida Panthers, Vancouver Canucks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, and Winnipeg Jets. He was originally drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the second round, 47th overall, at the 2006 NHL entry draft. Matthias was a natural centre early in his career; however, he made the transition to being able to play the wings as well. In his first season in the OHL, Matthias stood at 6'2 and 170 pounds. On February 13, 2015, Matthias recorded his first career NHL hat-trick in a 5–2 Canucks win over the Boston Bruins.
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