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Losing becomes a bad habit at any time of the season. The Toronto Marlies were delighted to snap out of a four-game losing skid, of which at least half were self-inflicted defeats.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / August 5

AHL: Toronto Marlies Sign Alex Nylander and Luke Grainger

Today, the Toronto Marlies announced the re-signing of forward Alex Nylander to a one-year contract and the signing of Luke Grainger to a one-year contract.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / August 4

Marlies sign Alex Nylander to one-year AHL contract

The other Nylander is staying in Toronto for another season. On Monday, the Toronto Marlies, American Hockey League affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, announced that the team has signed forward Alex Nylander to a one-year AHL contract.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 4

Toronto Marlies sign Alex Nylander to 1-year contract

The Toronto Marlies signed three forwards to one-year contracts on Monday, including Alex Nylander. Nylander joined the Maple Leafs organization ahead of the 2024-25 season, recording 23 goals and 44 points in 64 games with the Marlies.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / May 3

William Nylander Breaks Silence on Maple Leafs' Lineup Error

The Toronto Maple Leafs survived a tense six-game series against the Ottawa Senators, clinching their spot in the second round with a 4-2 road win on Thursday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander reacts to gaffe that almost cost him Game 6

The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading to the Eastern Conference semifinals after taking down the Ottawa Senators in six games on Thursday night. However, the series could’ve gone to seven after William Nylander nearly didn’t play.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Maple Leafs Saved From Series-Changing Error By NHL Officials

The Toronto Maple Leafs were one wrong name away from a possible postseason-changing disaster. Before puck drop in Thursday’s Game 6 against the Ottawa Senators, a glaring mistake nearly removed one of Toronto’s "Core Four" players from the game entirely.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 1

William Nylander was nearly ineligible to play in Game 6 due to lineup error

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander had a major role in securing his team’s place in the second round, but it almost did not happen due to a lineup mistake.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 2

Maple Leafs nearly made disastrous mistake before win

Maple Leafs nearly made disastrous roster mistake before series-clinching win

There is no team in the Stanley Cup playoffs facing more pressure than the Toronto Maple Leafs. That pressure appeared to get to their coaching staff.

John Tortorella linked to rejoining Rangers' coaching staff

Rangers close to hiring Mike Sullivan as head coach

Leon Draisaitl, Connor Hellebuyck, Nikita Kucherov named Hart Trophy finalists

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29

Maple Leafs recall 14 Black Aces as AHL season ends

Now that the AHL’s Toronto Marlies season has ended at the hands of the Cleveland Monsters, the Toronto Maple Leafs were able to recall several players for their playoff run.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 21

Reasonable expectations for Murray, what’s next for Alex Nylander, and a plea for Matt Benning: Leaflets

The Maple Leafs have about the least favourable schedule imaginable heading into the Christmas break. Tonight is the second half of back-to-back games and they’ll play once more on Monday before being right back at it on the road on the 27th (in the first have of a back-to-back for them).

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Marlies Stock Watch: Steeves, Nylander Shine While Others Struggle

The Toronto Maple Leafs American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate Toronto Marlies had an action-packed weekend. They played three games with several Marlies putting up standout performances.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 15

Alex Nylander Makes Maple Leafs Regret Sending Him Down with Statement Game

A game after being demoted by the Maple Leafs, Alex Nylander returned to the Toronto Marlies with a bang, putting forth a monster effort in OT win. Alex Nylander's stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs was one to forget as he went without a point in 5 contests, held a minus-1 rating, and averaged only 9:53 TOI.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 12

Alex Nylander clears waivers for the Maple Leafs, opening the door for an important roster move

Alex Nylander's stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs has come to an end.

On waivers: Did Alex Nylander waste chance with Maple Leafs?

Auston Matthews' OT tally lifts Leafs over Devils

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

Alex Nylander assigned to AHL’s Toronto Marlies, Dakota Mermis claimed by Utah HC

Alex Nylander has been assigned to the Toronto Marlies, while the Toronto Maple Leafs have officially activated Jake McCabe from injured reserve. McCabe and head coach Craig Berube both confirmed that the 31-year-old will return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

Maple Leafs’ Alex Nylander assigned to AHL’s Toronto Marlies, Dakota Mermis claimed by Utah HC

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 11

Maple Leafs place Alex Nylander, Dakota Mermis on waivers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have put forward Alex Nylander and defenceman Dakota Mermis on waivers, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports. The move is likely in anticipation of the impending returns of Bobby McMann and Jake McCabe to the lineup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

On Waivers: Did Alex Nylander Waste Chance with Maple Leafs?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed forward Alex Nylander on waivers, following his brief stint with the team. Nylander, 26, was called up from the AHL on Nov.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 28

A look at all the pairs of brothers who played for the Toronto Maple Leafs together

One of the coolest headlines of the past week has been the signing of Alex Nylander to a one-year contract and the subsequent call-up to the NHL to play alongside his brother, William.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 25

William and Alex Nylander will never forget their first NHL game as teammates

William and Alex Nylander fulfilled their lifelong dream when they got into an NHL game for the first time as teammates for the Toronto Maple Leafs. The

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / November 24

Nylander Brothers Make Debut as Maple Leafs Teammates

For the first time in their professional careers, William and Alex Nylander are sharing an NHL lineup as members of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Injuries have piled up in the Maple Leafs lineup, forcing them to sign Alex to a full NHL deal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 22

Maple Leafs sign Alex Nylander to one-year, $775K contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Friday that they have signed forward Alex Nylander to a one-year contract with an AAV of $775,000. In a corresponding move to fit in his contract, the Leafs also announced that they had placed forward Matthew Knies on injured reserve.