William Nylander: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 18

Matias Maccelli’s impact relies heavily on his attention to detail without the puck

If Matias Maccelli wants to stick as a top-six forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs, it won’t be because he’s lighting up the scoresheet, it will be because he’s won Craig Berube’s trust over with his play without the puck.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 8

NHL.com names Maple Leafs’ William Nylander as league’s sixth-best winger

Starting this week, NHL Network is taking a look at the top players across the league by position, compiling lists made by producers and analysts. On Wednesday, they kicked the series off by ranking the top 20 wingers in the NHL heading into this season.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / August 7

The Athletic ranks Toronto Maple Leafs 15th in contract efficiency

This summer has seen somewhat of a reshuffling of the books for the Toronto Maple Leafs. With Mitch Marner walking out the door, John Tavares signing a team-friendly deal, and Matthew Knies earning his first standard contract, things look a little different on the Maple Leafs’ PuckPedia headed into the fall.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 4

William Nylander named Sweden’s ice hockey player of the year

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander has been awarded the 2025 Guldpucken, an honour reserved for Sweden’s top ice hockey player of the year. The recipient is named by the Swedish Ice Hockey Association and Swedish newspaper “Expressen”.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: PTO Possibility, Robertson’s Future & Nylander’s Honour

The offseason may be quieter than the chaos of free agency, but that doesn’t mean the Toronto Maple Leafs are done making moves—or facing tough decisions.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 29

Matthews, Nylander among eight Maple Leafs featured in Daily Faceoff’s Top 300 players for fantasy hockey

Eight players on the Toronto Maple Leafs were featured in Daily Faceoff’s Top 300 NHL players for fantasy hockey ahead of the 2025-26 season. DFO’s Matt Larkin conducted the ranking based on how valuable a player is for fantasy hockey in terms of their abilities to fill up a considerable percentage of the stat sheet beyond just goals and assists.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 19

Best Leafs goals of 2024-25: William Nylander bats puck out of the air to beat Ducks’ Dostal

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander often makes the game look easy, especially when he’s creating in the offensive zone. Nylander was a constant force for the Maple Leafs throughout the 2024-25 campaign, where he finished second in the NHL with 45 goals.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 18

Best Leafs goals of 2024-25: William Nylander goes coast-to-coast vs. Canadiens

It’s the middle of July, so The Leafs Nation are recapping the best goals of the 2024-25 season. We started this series yesterday by looking back on Philippe Myers’ wondergoal against the Detroit Red Wings, and if you missed it, few would blame you for skipping the final game of the regular season.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

3 players Maple Leafs should target in free agency

It’s already been an extremely eventful start to the offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matthew Knies and John Tavares both signed team-friendly extensions, which constitutes a DNA change of sorts for the team, revamping a strong roster, with the idea of adding further depth to its forward corps.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 16

William Nylander named to Sweden’s preliminary Olympic roster

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander was among the first six players named to Team Sweden’s preliminary roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Nylander, Landeskog among initial six players on Sweden’s 2026 Olympic Roster

On Monday morning, Team Sweden named its first six players for its 2026 Milan Olympic men’s hockey roster. The six: Rasmus Dahlin, Victor Hedman, Gabriel Landeskog, Adrian Kempe, William Nylander and Lucas Raymond.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 4

William Nylander continued to ascend in first season since contract extension

The theme of William Nylander’s career with the Toronto Maple Leafs to date has been ‘go ahead, doubt me and see what happens’. It was a dramatic affair when the Leafs signed Nylander to a six-year contract back in 2018-19.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 29

William Nylander, Brendan Shanahan to appear on Season 2 of FACEOFF: Inside the NHL

William Nylander and Brendan Shanahan are among the headliners for Season 2 of Amazon Prime’s FACEOFF: Inside the NHL. The documentary series provided an unparalleled behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the NHL and Nylander is a returnee for Season 2.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 22

Brendan Shanahan era ends in Toronto after another Maple Leafs' letdown

Change is coming for the Maple Leafs this offseason after another playoff disappointment.

The Maple Leafs can keep their contention window open

Maple Leafs make decision on team president Brendan Shanahan

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The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 21

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander to join Sweden for World Championship playoffs

One of the co-hosts in one of international hockey’s biggest events is getting a little extra help heading into the knockout stage. On Wednesday, it was announced that Toronto Maple Leafs winger William Nylander will be heading overseas to join Sweden for the final round of the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 21

William Nylander joins team Sweden at World Championship

Team Sweden has announced that winger William Nylander will be headed overseas to join their push for the 2025 World Championship Gold. This is the first time since 2022 that Nylander has been able to participate in the off-season tournament.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 20

Maple Leafs' 'core four' likely done after latest postseason stumble

After their latest playoff loss, Toronto Maple Leafs fans should expect some changes this offseason.

Maple Leafs need to shake things up after another brutal Game 7 loss

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 19

Maple Leafs need to shake things up after another Game 7 loss

Maple Leafs need to shake things up after another brutal Game 7 loss

The Toronto Maple Leafs have seen this movie before, and the ending never changes. Another Game 7. Another crushing loss to end another season that started with so much promise, hype and hope.

Panthers advance with a blowout victory over Toronto in Game 7

Auston Matthews says Leafs had 'too many passengers' in Game 7 loss

Referee exits after taking stick near eye

Jets HC Scott Arniel: Josh Morrissey's injury is 'not good'

NHL sets conference finals schedule for 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9

Leafs star Willam Nylander stuck wearing the same suit 4 games in a row

Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander has boxed himself into a quirky superstition. Nylander began wearing an olive-colored suit with no tie and tennis shoes to his games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 9

Maple Leafs’ Nylander Earning Clutch Playoff Performer Label

The Toronto Maple Leafs once again have a strong advantage going up 2-0 in their series against the Florida Panthers. While it’s due to their overall performance, structure and composure in tough situations and emotional moments, there’s another key factor that has emerged for them once again.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 5

Watch: Maple Leafs strike back 19 seconds after Panthers goal for 3-1 lead

Just as the Florida Panthers got back into Game 1 of their East second-round series, the Toronto Maple Leafs put them back in a two-goal deficit. The Panthers trailed 2-0 when defenseman Seth Jones scored his second goal of the Stanley Cup playoffs on a power play with three minutes and three seconds remaining in the first period.

Seth Jones is starting to find his way with the Panthers

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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 / Trade Talk Sports / April 27

Maple Leafs Need William Nylander to Show Up

The Toronto Maple Leafs are up 3-0 in their first-round series against the Ottawa Senators. And, while they haven’t won every battle (their five-on-five play could improve), the Maple Leafs have looked confident, structured, and dangerous.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 30

William Nylander Giving Maple Leafs Bang for Their Buck

For the third straight season, William Nylander has scored 40 goals for the Toronto Maple Leafs. The forward scored his 40th in a win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday to reach the plateau in back-to-back-to-back seasons in just his 71st game of the season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / March 12

Is William Nylander Key to the Maple Leafs’ Playoff Push?

William Nylander is one of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ biggest offensive producers. He ranks second in the NHL with 36 goals. After a slower stretch, Nylander has re-emerged with renewed vigor.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / February 27