Matthew Knies' Twerk From Maple Leafs Bench Grabs Attention

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies had two assists in a 4-3 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. He helped set up John Tavares’ overtime goal, which was his 499th NHL goal.

Knies now has 10 points in nine games this season, with two goals and eight assists. He has also recorded 24 hits, showcasing physical play thanks to his frame. His steady improvement has made him a reliable player early in the season for the Leafs while sharing the top line with captain Auston Matthews.

A seemingly meaningless moment from the game also caught fans’ attention when a video of Knies sitting on the bench next to Matthews was shared on X. As the camera focused on Knies, he was seen doing something akin to a twerk — a dance move — to stay warm.

Two female Leafs fans sitting behind him noticed his move, laughed and enjoyed the moment. The video circulated online, drawing funny reactions from fans.

“Always knew he could twerk 😂,” one fan wrote.

“Bro saw Jordan Staal do it and said, ‘I can do it better,’” another said.

“Why is he throwing it back like that, there’s children present,” a fan wrote.

“The guy just looked away😭😭☠️ he’s like I ain’t interested the girls are tho😭,” one fan mentioned.

“He was moving his knee around after blocking a shot,” a fan explained.

“Lmao she is wearing a 23 Knies jersey too,” One fan pointed.

The short clip gave fans something to smile about during a close game. Meanwhile, Knies continued to be an important player in Toronto, helping the team’s offense on Saturday through the first nine games of the season.

With his production and antics combined, Knies is proving that he is a fan favorite in the city.

This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 27, 2025, where it first appeared in the NHL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Matthew Knies’ Twerk From Maple Leafs Bench Grabs Attention

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