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William Nylander(RW)

William Nylander, born May 1, 1996, in Calgary, Canada, is a Swedish professional ice hockey right winger for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL. Selected eighth overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, Nylander quickly made a name for himself with his dynamic offensive skills and playmaking ability. He represented Sweden internationally, shining during the 2017 IIHF World Championship, where he won gold and earned MVP honors. Known for his speed and agility on the ice, Nylander has consistently contributed to the Maple Leafs’ success, establishing himself as a key player and a fan favorite with his exciting style of play.

 

Personal Information

Born: May 1, 1996 (age 28), Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Height: 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)

Weight: 202 lb (92 kg)

Position: Forward

Shoots: Right

Current NHL Team: Toronto Maple Leafs

Former Teams: Modo Hockey (SHL)

National Team: Sweden

 

Player Stats

 

Season GP G PTS
2015-16 22 6 13
2016-17 81 22 61
2017-18 82 20 61
2018-19 54 7 27
2019-20 68 31 59
2020-21 51 17 42
2021-22 81 34 80
2022-23 82 40 87
2023-24 82 40 98
Total 604 217 528