Eric grew up playing where he never needed to keep his head up. Different era also where hitting is not the name of the game. Hence why Martin is not playing anymore even though he's one of the best hitters in the league. Matthew's style is to avoid getting hit and doesn't look to hit anyone. He'll be fine. Just bad luck. He played 82 games in his rookie season. Plus they have playoffs locked and have nothing to play for. There's no reason to play him now. Gives Leafs opportunity to see how other players can step up. Nylander at center for one and now Jonsson seeing what he can do.I'm gonna say that AM is smarter than Lindros and will learn how to protect himself better.
Plus Scott Stevens is not playing.