When Leafs stars Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Rasmus Sandin celebrated Christmas with Jumbo Joe and his family in 2020

Auston Matthews' celebrated 2020 Christmas with Nylander at Joe Thornton's residence (image credit: IMAGN)

In 2020, Toronto Maple Leafs players Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Rasmus Sandin and Mac Hollowell spent Christmas with Joe Thornton and his family. Thornton shared a photo of the group, which quickly caught fans' attention online.

Nylander, Thornton and his dog were sitting on the floor, with a Christmas tree in the corner of the living area. Matthews and Hollowell sat near the TV while Sandin was on the couch. Everyone looked at the camera for the photo with a smile except for Sandin.