Toronto urged to trade Nylander to reshape roster, says NHL analyst
William Nylander #88 of the Toronto Maple Leafs (Credit: Getty Image)
The Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason is once again buzzing with speculation. At the center of it is a suggestion that could alter the team's future. NHL analyst Darren Pang believes that if Toronto truly wants to move forward, it must consider a major trade involving William Nylander.
The Leafs recently brought in coach Craig Berube, known for his gritty, structured system. Pang argues Nylander's style does not match what Berube needs. Despite coming off a career-high season, Nylander's offensive focus might not be enough. The contrast lies in Mitch Marner's more balanced, two-way game, which Pang believes fits Berube's vision better.
Toronto Maple Leafs urged to gain roster depth
Trading Nylander would be bold, especially after he signed an eight-year extension.
But Pang suggests Toronto use that value to bring in multiple assets. He points to how St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong reshaped his team with strategic trades. In Pang's view, a deal involving Nylander could return two or even three solid players. This shift could help Toronto build the depth it's long lacked, especially when playoff intensity rises.
It is not about moving a star for another star. It is about filling in gaps and creating a roster that can finally break the second-round barrier.
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Treliving could mark his identity with trade
William Nylander #88 of the Toronto Maple Leafs (Credit: Getty Image)
For general manager Brad Treliving, this could be the moment to put his stamp on the franchise. Since joining Toronto, he has inherited a team with clear talent but little playoff progress. Making a move like this would signal a new direction. It would show that the organization is no longer tied to past plans that have led to repeated disappointment. It also reflects trust in Berube's system. Nylander's skill is unquestioned, but the Leafs' postseason failures may require a fresh identity.
That identity may be tougher, deeper, and less reliant on individual brilliance.
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Toronto must choose between staying comfortable and risking bold decisions to reshape the team. The proposed Nylander trade might be painful in the short term, but if it brings in pieces that align better with Berube's demands, it could finally lead to lasting postseason success.
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