BREAKING: Leafs Fans Furious as a Major Move With Nylander is Official
The Toronto Maple Leafs are shaking things up as they head into training camp, and it involves a significant shift in their lineup. Head Coach Sheldon Keefe has made a bold decision to move William Nylander to the centre position, and fans are not happy.
While Nylander was initially drafted as a centre, he has predominantly played as a winger during his time in Toronto, and has minimal defensive capabilities. However, Keefe believes it's time to explore this change more seriously before trade rumours turn real.
Keefe expressed his confidence in Nylander's versatility, stating:
"Willy can do whatever he puts his mind to. He's that good. I push Willy more because I really do believe in his ability," Keefe said. "It's not going to be a one-off or a one-day thing or one pre-season game. We want to give it some time."
This move is sure to bring a fresh dynamic to the Maple Leafs' roster. It marks a significant change and could potentially reshape the team's dynamics in the upcoming season.
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Did the Maple Leafs make a good move with Nylander here? |
Yes | 32 | 48.5 % |
No | 34 | 51.5 % |
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