Leafs’ Matthews feeling better but has no timetable for return

Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews is inching closer to a return to the Toronto lineup. When that will be remains anyone’s guess.

The 20-year-old took part in his second straight full practice Tuesday, but continued to wear a red non-contact jersey.

Matthews has been on the shelf since injuring his shoulder on Feb. 22.

Matthews, who had been skating on his own before briefly joining teammates for a couple of on-ice sessions last week, said he doesn’t have a timeline for a return.

“It’s been a process, I guess,” Matthews said in his first comments since the injury. “Sometimes it’s just the way it goes. You just do your best to get back and feel better and stay in shape.

“I’m feeling fine, getting better. Felt better every day. It’s nice to get on the ice with the guys and take reps in that kind of circumstance instead of just skating by yourself so you get your timing back, which is a big key in returning to play.”