"Nylander was previously listed as doubtful for Saturday's contest by head coach Craig Berube, following Friday's practice. The 29-year-old aggravated his lower-body injury during Thursday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights. He previously missed six games due to the ailment, originally sustained on December 27 against the Ottawa Senators, and returned to the lineup on January 10 against the Vancouver Canucks."
"Toronto is entering a tough part of its schedule, hosting the Minnesota Wild, Detroit Red Wings, Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche and Buffalo Sabres in its next five games, following the conclusion of the road trip. Navigating this stretch without Nylander will be a real test for a team that has been able to generate consistent offence throughout the year, as he's the most dynamic playmaker on the Leafs."
William Nylander will not play Saturday against the Winnipeg Jets and is considered doubtful for Monday's game against the Minnesota Wild after aggravating a lower-body injury sustained December 27 against the Ottawa Senators. He previously missed six games for the same ailment and returned to the lineup on January 10. Nylander leads the Maple Leafs with 48 points (17 goals, 31 assists) in 37 games. Jacob Quillan is expected to take his place; Quillan has eight goals and 27 points in 28 AHL games but no points in three NHL games. Toronto faces a challenging five-game stretch that will test offensive depth and playoff hopes.
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