"Nylander spoke about his relationship with his coach during an interview with The Athletic's Jonas Siegel, touching on how beneficial Berube has been in playing a simple game. "He's very easy to talk to," Nylander said. "It's like any coach. Sometimes you butt heads, and you get into it now and then. But that's different. That's the hockey part. But he's also just a regular person that you can talk to about whatever.""
"Nylander has admitted that at times he felt he was passing too much, but he knows that giving a consistent effort on offence will help keep his team competitive. That ability to stay focused on what he has to do and not get drowned out by the outside noise has been a superpower of sorts for Nylander, especially given that he plays in Toronto."
William Nylander maintains an easy, communicative relationship with coach Ryan Berube, noting occasional hockey-related disagreements but overall accessibility and approachability. The Maple Leafs have adjusted to life without Mitch Marner after his trade to the Vegas Golden Knights; Nylander acknowledges missing Marner but indicates the roster has adapted. Nylander has increased his playmaking role, appearing on pace for a career-best season, and recognizes moments of overpassing while prioritizing consistent offensive effort to keep the team competitive. Nylander rejects external noise, focuses on his performance level, and holds himself to high standards.
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