William Nylander

William Nylander isn't just a Maple Leafs star anymore. With Marner gone, he's become the bridge between Toronto's past and future.

Gavin McKenna doesn't need to be the next Mitch Marner. The bigger challenge is letting him become his own star in Toronto.

The Maple Leafs may have plenty of scoring talent, but where they put it could determine how easy they are to defend in the playoffs.

William Nylander was misunderstood for years. Looking back at his scouting report, it turns out the Maple Leafs knew exactly what they had.

Could Nylander’s strange 2025-26 season have been about more than effort? Maybe he and Berube simply spoke different hockey languages.

Three years later, a look back at the Maple Leafs’ Core Five raises a different question: were the stars really the problem, or was the team around them?

The Maple Leafs have spent years waiting for the future. With Gavin McKenna, that future has finally arrived — and it’s time to act.

William Nylander doesn't need to behave like every other Maple Leaf. He needs the freedom to be the unpredictable star who makes Toronto better.

What if hockey chemistry isn't luck? Collaborative efficacy may explain why some teams become more than the sum of their parts.

Elite talent isn’t enough anymore. The Maple Leafs must find the right balance around their expensive stars to chase a Cup.

The Maple Leafs aren’t rebuilding the roster. They may be rebuilding the environment around their stars. Is this the change that matters?

For years, Matthews carried the load. Now the Maple Leafs are trying to build the kind of team that can help carry him.

The Maple Leafs didn’t just hear Matthews and Nylander—they may have acted. But was it influence, or coincidence?

Nylander makes two things clear: he’s committed to Toronto and reveals a surprising injury detail from last season.

Nylander makes it clear he wants to stay in Toronto — but his commitment raises bigger questions about Matthews and the Maple Leafs’ core.

The Maple Leafs’ Core Four contracts weren’t a failure of vision—COVID blindsided even the best-laid plans. Here’s the full story.

Maple Leafs’ hot line is winning too much… and too little. Can Tavares, Nylander & Cowan carry the team without tanking or losing their pick?

Alex Nylander is heating up with the Marlies—10 points in 4 games—fueling a late-season surge as the Toronto Marlies build momentum toward the playoffs.

Maple Leafs fans, stop sleeping on William Nylander—he’s skilled, clutch, and makes the team better every night. Here’s why he deserves love.

Hockey isn’t just about contracts and cups anymore — nationality, culture, and comfort increasingly shape where players choose to play.

Maple Leafs fall 3-2 in shootout to Flyers. Plenty of chances, strong effort, but finishing and momentum just weren’t there.

Canadian teams flashed potential but struggled with key moments—Montreal stood out, others faltered as lapses swung games their way.

Maple Leafs at a crossroads: rebuild, retool, or tweak? What Toronto does now could shape its future for years to come.

William Nylander is back from injury and playing lights-out hockey after his recent NHL fine—has he finally reached his full potential?

McDavid vs. Matthews! Tonight’s Oilers-Maple Leafs clash promises star power, speed, and some serious hockey fireworks.

Canadian teams show clear trajectories: Ottawa and Toronto steady, Montreal encouraged, Winnipeg competitive, and Vancouver stuck in a rut.

Maple Leafs survive a wild 4-2 road win over Calgary, Woll shines, Nylander & Matthews lead—but Edmonton looms tomorrow in a tough back-to-back.

Nylander’s close to returning, but Berube’s focused on one thing: the Maple Leafs have to dig themselves out, starting tonight.

Leafs’ Nylander flips the bird — fans online are divided. Some laugh, some groan, some shrug: a glimpse into hockey culture and expectations.

With Ekman-Larsson possibly back but Nylander out, can the Maple Leafs stabilize their lineup and make tonight’s game count?

Tired legs or bigger trouble? The Maple Leafs’ loss to Minnesota might say more about the calendar than the standings.

William Nylander’s status for tonight vs. Winnipeg is uncertain—Maple Leafs fans are holding their breath.

Canadian teams leaned on depth last night—Montreal, Edmonton, and Toronto all got key contributions beyond their stars.

Saturday night didn’t shout—but it revealed plenty. Structure, discipline, and depth quietly shaped where Canada’s NHL teams really stand.

What really separates Maple Leafs who thrive in Toronto from those who don’t—talent, or something harder to name?

The loudest story around the Maple Leafs right now isn’t the score — it’s what fans are saying between the lines.

William Nylander’s goals have dried up, but the signs of a breakout are still there. Here are three reasons why panic is a wrong reaction.

Can the Maple Leafs turn late-game heroics into consistent wins, or was last night’s 3-2 comeback against Chicago just a one-off thrill?

Has low-event, mistake-free hockey drained the life—and the music—out of the Maple Leafs, leaving fans bored instead of breathless?

Do Matthews and Nylander really speak the same hockey language—or are their differences shaping Toronto more than systems ever could?

How did the Maple Leafs build a 2–0 lead, then fade late and let the Sharks grab the game in overtime?

Can Joseph Woll carry the Leafs, will young players like Cowan step up, and can Berube fix his coaching choices in tight games?

Can the Maple Leafs turn gritty wins like this into a real turning point — and is Easton Cowan already becoming the spark they’ve been missing?

The Maple Leafs have the talent, but three key fixes could turn their slump into a winning streak—starting tonight in Columbus.

Was it the Canadiens' shine or the Maple Leafs' stumble? Toronto needs a reset on this tough 5-game road trip.

Canadians 5, Maple Leafs 2: Montreal brought pace and purpose, Toronto chased all night. What did this game reveal about both teams’ seasons?

Maple Leafs fall 4–2 in Montreal as Woll keeps it respectable. Canadiens dominated with speed, passes, and a cupboard full of chances.

Maple Leafs grind out OT win, Scheifele sets Jets record, Flames chase Bedard again — Canadian hockey last night had it all.”

Did the Maple Leafs finally find their heartbeat in an overtime win — and can this gritty effort be the spark that turns their season around?

How do you go from scoring on your own goalie to winning the game in style? Only William Nylander could script a night this strange—and this perfect.

Early season highs and lows for Canada’s NHL teams: Leafs, Canucks, Flames, Senators, and Jets show promise — and some frustration.

Matthews and Nylander click, youngsters fight for ice time — can the Maple Leafs solve the lineup puzzle and make a deep playoff run?

The Maple Leafs might have found what they’ve been missing—a heartbeat. A wild comeback vs. Pittsburgh could be the moment their season turns.

Can the Maple Leafs survive rough starts and still pull off big wins? Last night’s 4-3 comeback shows they just might.

Can the Cowan–Tavares–Nylander line give the Maple Leafs the balance they’ve been missing — and help a rookie find his place among the stars?