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William Nylander delivers emphatic response to early season callout from Craig Berube

William Nylander was called out directly by Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube following Monday’s 6-3 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, with a direct impetus to respond.

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Craig Berube on Easton Cowan’s first NHL point and fit on the Leafs’ top line: “He’s a dog on a bone out there… He’s a worker — a worker with skill”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 2-2-0. On the team’s performance: I thought we came out and played a good first period.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 14

Maple Leafs explode for 7 goals in win over Predators

Oliver Ekman-Larsson, John Tavares and William Nylander each recorded a goal and two assists Tuesday night and the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the visiting Nashville Predators 7-4.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Knee Jerk Reaction: Maple Leafs’ offence comes alive in 7-4 win vs. Predators

Four different players on the Toronto Maple Leafs tallied three points in a 7-4 win against the Nashville Predators. John Tavares, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Matthew Knies, and William Nylander each had three points in the offensive outburst, which was desperately needed after two losses to the Detroit Red Wings.

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The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

Maple Leafs Overcome Second Period Struggles to Beat Predators 7-4

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action on the second half of a back-to-back against the Nashville Predators. This game marked the Maple Leafs debut for Cayden Primeau, who was claimed off waivers by the club just before the season started.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

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Easton Cowan News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Maple Leafs’ Easton Cowan registers first NHL point vs. Predators

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan picked up his first NHL point on Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators, notching a secondary assist on Auston Matthews’ third period goal.

Easton Cowan News / Sporting News / October 14

Maple Leafs' Easton Cowan plays beyond his age with impressive line decision in Toronto

The kid can play.

Cayden Primeau News / Sporting News / October 14

Why Cayden Primeau is Maple Leafs' starting goalie vs. Predators

Toronto is mixing it up.

William Nylander News / Sporting News / October 14

Analyst doesn’t hold back in criticism of William Nylander’s start to 2025-26

Former Maple Leaf, now analyst, Jay Rosehill, didn't hide his displeasure with William Nylander's play to start the new season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Sporting News / October 14

Maple Leafs HC, teammates weigh in on Easton Cowan's NHL debut

Jonas Siegel of The Athletic shared reactions from the Toronto Maple Leafs head coach and players regarding Easton Cowan's NHL debut.

Brandon Carlo News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Brandon Carlo says Maple Leafs need to focus on quick breakouts

The Toronto Maple Leafs are 1-2-0 in their first three games of the season, taking the season-opener at home against the Montreal Canadiens before losing two in a row to the Detroit Red Wings.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Craig Berube addresses conversation with William Nylander: ‘He always has good feedback’

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube singled out William Nylander for not doing enough through the opening three games of the season, and he expanded on their conversations ahead of Tuesday’s contest against the Nashville Predators.