Nylander Hopeful for Saturday Return After Groin Injury

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (groin injury) is hopeful to return for Saturday's game against the Canucks after missing seven consecutive games. He aggravated the injury on Jan. 15, bringing his total missed games this season due to the ailment to 13. Nylander had recorded three goals and four assists in four games between injury stints and is expected to be a cornerstone for Sweden at the 2026 Winter Olympics.