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William Nylander Returns to Maple Leafs Lineup vs. Canucks After Six Games

Toronto's power play has surged under assistant Steve Sullivan, sharpening how Craig Berube deploys Nylander.

Overview

  • Nylander plays Saturday against Vancouver after a lower-body injury sidelined him for six games, and he leads Toronto with 41 points in 34 games.
  • At the morning skate he worked with Matias Maccelli and John Tavares, reflecting adjustments to the second line and power-play looks.
  • Head coach Craig Berube said defenseman Jake McCabe is a game-time decision after a Jan. 3 lower-body issue.
  • Joseph Woll is projected to start in goal for the matchup, per team reporters at morning skate.
  • Berube reported goaltender Anthony Stolarz is progressing and is expected to rejoin the team for the upcoming four-game road trip.