"Villeneuve has recorded three goals and 18 points in 40 games with the Marlies this season, leading all defencemen in scoring. He previously recorded four goals and 40 points in 55 games during the 2024-25 campaign, before registering two assists in two playoff games. Although the 23-year-old has never played an NHL game, he may be afforded a chance to make his Maple Leafs debut, as the team recovers from a wave of injuries."
"Villeneuve is a right-shot defenceman, who can move the puck, provide some secondary offensive contributions and could be a good option for a retooling Maple Leafs ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Toronto needs to round out its under-25 core, with Matthew Knies as the lone established pillar, and Easton Cowan cementing his place as a long-term staple on the roster."
William Villeneuve was recalled by the Toronto Maple Leafs from the AHL's Toronto Marlies. He has three goals and 18 points in 40 Marlies games this season and led all Marlies defencemen in scoring. He previously had four goals and 40 points in 55 games during 2024-25 and two playoff assists. The 23-year-old has never played an NHL game but could debut as the team copes with multiple injuries. Chris Tanev is expected to resume skating and Morgan Rielly is expected to return. Villeneuve is a right-shot, puck-moving defenceman who offers secondary offense and fits a retool ahead of 2026-27. He was a fourth-round pick in 2020, ranked ninth prospect, and signed a one-year, two-way extension in August.
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