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Olympics update: How are the three Leafs doing so far?

The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway, and the men’s hockey has not disappointed. Team Canada looks like an absolute juggernaut. With their 10–2 demolition of Team France on Sunday, they are headed to the quarter-finals.

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Olympic Hockey: William Nylander commands Sweden into pivotal clash vs. Slovakia

William Nylander and Team Sweden are entering a pivotal clash against Slovakia, which ought to dictate the top spot in Group B standings. Nylander registered a primary assist on Sweden’s lone goal during a 4-1 loss to Finland on Friday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 13

Olympic Hockey Preview: William Nylander ready to lead Sweden vs. Finland

William Nylander and Team Sweden will face their toughest test of the preliminary round, squaring off against arch-rival Finland on Friday. Nylander scored the game-winning goal in Sweden’s 5-2 victory over Italy on Wednesday, while registering five shots on goal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 12

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, OEL, Raddysh & Rielly

It’s been a lively stretch for Toronto Maple Leafs fans, even with the Olympic break. A few Maple Leafs have already made early headlines overseas, and their performances—good, bad, or simply confusing—are giving us plenty to talk about.

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The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Olympic Hockey: William Nylander scores game-winner in Team Sweden win over Team Italy

Wednesday afternoon’s Olympic men’s hockey match between Team Sweden and Team Italy was a lot closer than people may have predicted it would be. Despite Sweden outshooting the Italians 59-18, the host country kept things close with an eventual 5-2 win for Sweden.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Advice, Nylander’s Status & Kämpf

The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics begins on Wednesday, and a few familiar Toronto Maple Leafs are in the mix. Some are setting examples off the ice, some are battling injuries, and some are quietly slipping into roles where they could make a bigger impact than expected.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 12

Analyst: Nylander Olympic situation requires Maple Leafs put foot down

Eyebrows were raised when William Nylander was absent from Team Sweden’s practice on Tuesday, which at the time put his status for Wednesday’s opener against Italy in question.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / February 11

Four NHL players who can cement their Hall of Fame cases at Winter Olympics

For the first time in 12 years, NHL players are playing in the Winter Olympics. Once upon a time, the Olympics served as a stage for cementing legacies.

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U.S. women's hockey team continues to separate itself with historic win over Canada

Ilia Malinin seals team figure skating gold for Team USA

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 11

Olympic Hockey Preview: Canucks’ Pettersson and Lankinen lead off 2026 Men’s Olympic Hockey Tournament

Well, Vancouver Canucks fans, we’ve finally made it: NHL players are officially back in the Olympics. And even more exciting for Vancouver fans, they get to watch a pair of Canucks on opening day.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Analysts call for Maple Leafs to pull Nylander from Olympics

The uncertainty surrounding William Nylander’s status ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics has ignited a heated debate among NHL analysts, with some arguing the Toronto Maple Leafs should shut him down entirely.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

William Nylander’s Injury Status Complicates Sweden’s Olympic Opener

Team Sweden will get the honor of being Team Italy’s first game of the Olympics on Wednesday afternoon. The host Italians should have a big crowd there to see their home country’s opener, but it’ll also be an opportunity to see some NHL superstars from Sweden.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Sweden Announces William Nylander Injury Update Before Olympic Game Against Italy

Team Sweden shared an update on William Nylander ahead of its Olympic opener against Italy. Sweden is playing in Group B at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The men’s hockey tournament begins on Wednesday, and it marks the first Olympic men’s event with NHL players since 2014.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / February 10

Sweden’s Nylander a game-time decision for Olympic opener against Italy

Team Sweden may be without one of its top forwards for its Olympic opener against Team Italy on Wednesday, as Toronto Maple Leafs winger William Nylander is a game-time decision with a groin injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 10

William Nylander misses Sweden’s practice due to maintenance, status vs. Italy TBD

William Nylander missed Sweden’s practice on Tuesday and his status for Wednesday’s game against Italy is to be determined. Nylander was held out of practice due to maintenance.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 7

Olympic Hockey: Where and when to watch each Leafs Olympian’s games

The Milan Games are officially underway, and The Leafs Nation will be following along avidly. Auston Matthews, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and William Nylander are the three Toronto Maple Leafs participating in the men’s hockey tournament for their respective countries.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 5

George Parros' role in player safety remains stain on NHL

George Parros, the head of the NHL's Department of Player Safety, has a lot of explaining to do lately.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

3 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 4-2 Win Over Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs (26-21-9) beat the Calgary Flames (22-27-6) 4-2 on Monday night, in a game that they probably should have lost, and that most likely brought conflicting emotions for the fans in Toronto and those who took over the Saddledome.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, Woll, Stolarz & Rielly

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened the night with a jolt, and for once, it wasn’t the opponent catching them flat-footed. William Nylander buried a breakaway just 35 seconds in, the kind of early punch Toronto hasn’t landed often during their recent slide.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 3

William Nylander shines as Leafs beat Flames for 8th straight time

William Nylander scored once in a three-point game and the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs posted a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday. Matias Maccelli, Troy Stecher and Bobby McMann also scored for the Maple Leafs, who have won two consecutive games since losing six straight (0-5-1).

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 31

Maple Leafs Activate William Nylander

The Toronto Maple Leafs are activating forward William Nylander from the injured reserve for the second time in the last three weeks. Additionally, the team has reassigned Jacob Quillan to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies in a corresponding roster move.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 28

Insider Doesn’t Rule Out Maple Leafs Offseason William Nylander Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs are sputtering out of control, and a nightmare 0-4-1 five-game homestand has seen their already slim playoff hopes all but slip away, barring a drastic turnaround.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 27

Nylander’s Fine Highlights Contradiction in NHL’s Moral Priorities

Before getting into this, I want to be upfront about my perspective. I’m nearly 80 years old, and I grew up in a different time with different social rules.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

William Nylander fined by NHL after on-air incident

According to the NHL, and a post by NHL Player Safety, William Nylander has been fined for giving the middle finger to the live television audience and fans when he was caught in the pressbox on camera and didn’t want to be.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Nylander Gesture Under NHL Review, Reflects Maple Leafs’ Season

William Nylander’s gesture on Saturday night lasted all of a second. The reaction to it will linger much longer, and fans are already reacting to what is being seen as a lack of the dynamic forward being able to read the room.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / January 25

Leafs’ Nylander apologizes for giving camera middle finger during game broadcast

William Nylander may not have been in the lineup on Sunday, but he still wound up apologizing. The Toronto Maple Leafs forward, injured for the fifth straight game with a lower-body injury, was sitting in a box with a handful of injured teammates during the Leafs’ afternoon matchup against the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 23

Mitch Marner's harsh reception in Toronto sign of frustration, missed opportunities

If things had gone according to plan for Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs, he would have been one of the most popular players in the history of the franchise. He could have been, anyway. Maybe he even should have been.

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