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Fan Throws Bra On The Ice After Star Scores A Hat Trick of Matthews

November 5, 2023

Auston Matthews celebrated his third hat trick of the season with a unique surprise.

During the Toronto Maple Leafs' game against the Buffalo Sabres at Scotiabank Arena, Matthews notched a hat trick in a high-scoring showdown.

While it's customary for fans to throw hats onto the ice to commemorate a hat trick in the NHL, one female fan in the audience decided to make the occasion stand out. Instead of a hat, Matthews was gifted with a bra.

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The ice crew member tasked with removing the undergarment didn't appear particularly thrilled about the task. Here's a look at Matthews' three goals from the game:

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