Sheldon Keefe provides major update on William Nylander's injury

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Hunter Bowman
April 24, 2024 (1:29 PM)

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The Toronto Maple Leafs squared off against the Boston Bruins, clinching a hard-fought 3-2 victory to tie the series at one game each at TD Garden on Monday night.

Unfortunately, the Leafs faced a setback with forward William Nylander missing from the lineup in the first two games, leaving a significant gap in their offense. However, there's hope on the horizon.

Head coach Sheldon Keefe hinted at the possibility of Nylander returning for tonight's crucial Game 3 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

Sheldon Keefe says "there's a chance" William Nylander plays tonight. Will depend on how he responds to extra work this morning.

Auston Matthews is good to go tonight, per Keefe.

Yet, recent reports suggest that Nylander is more likely to sit out, adding to the Leafs' challenges.

Hearing William Nylander will miss game 3 in Toronto 👀

Nylander's absence is keenly felt, given his stellar regular-season performance, where he tallied 40 goals and 56 assists, playing a pivotal role in Toronto's success.

As the Leafs gear up for a pivotal showdown against the Bruins, the potential return of Nylander sparks anticipation and optimism among both the team and its fans. His presence could be a game-changer, potentially swinging the momentum of the series in Toronto's favor.

Source: Bruinsinsider
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