Tribute William Nylander Discussion Thread: Ya Gotta Be Blessed Edition

[Chimpradamus]

He has now also surpassed his father, Michael Nylander, in terms of most goals in a season. Michael scored 26 playing with Jagr and Straka in New York.

 

[Dayjobdave]

It’s a bit of a long shot, but he could get to 40 if he stays hot.

 

[Burnie97]

Willy must have a great pr guy.

 

[Jojalu]

For Nylander to go out and get work in on a day off after he had a tough game is an encouraging sign.

Contrary to seemingly popular belief, every player is going to have good/average/poor games.

Mark Buerhle said it best. A starting pitcher will have 30+ starts. 10 will be good, 10 will be average, 10 will be poor.

How you compete when things are not going your way, or you don't have your A game, the ability to shake off a lousy performance and work off a good one makes an athlete a pro.

Nylander going out today is a step in the rivht direction. Time for others to follow suit.

 

[Willy Stylez]

First came the equipment, then came an unforgettable day. Zach Hyman, Frédérik Gauthier and William Nylander teamed up to surprise some deserving Toronto Police Service Hockey Program participants through NHLPA Goals & Dreams.

 

[saffronleaf]

Tonight was one of the better games of his career. Winning battles and showing off some elite skill.

 

[Stephen]

Quite noticeably hard on the puck and that goal was something else.

 

[Havoc]

Nylander's current goal total has him in some elite company. One more hot streak to end the season and he might have more goals than Stamkos, Kane, McDavid, Panarin etc.

Obviously all those names have massive goal streak potential as well so it's a long shot but still nice to see.

 

[Menzinger]

Such a flithy goal tonight

 

[CelticDruid]

Nylander is more consistent in being pointless in any given game. 35% vs 24% in Marner. Isnt very close.

What ever helps you sleep through the night.

Have a good sleep Paul.

 

[Goose]

I’m happy to be eating all sort of crow about Willy.

 

[CelticDruid]

Such a flithy goal tonight

And so close to the goalie, just going to that dirty area again.

 

[stickty111]

Tonight was one of the better games of his career. Winning battles and showing off some elite skill.

He was terrible on Saturday and responded in a huge way today. Like to see that. It's been happening a lot where he responds after a bad game.

 

[ACC1224]

Quite noticeably hard on the puck and that goal was something else.

Yep looked really good tonight.
Great hands on the winner and good board work on the Tavares goal

 

[as Pure as Evil]

the way he is going i wouldn't doubt if he doubles 35 and ends up with a half and half for at least 70 points... every time i look at his stats this year it has constantly been doubleing his numbers he nows sitting at a cool 28 goals and 28 assists

 

[Peasy]

November 13 points in 14 games
December 13 points in 13 games
January 11 points in 10 games
February 10 points in 11 games

Man has he ever been consistent since Keefe took over.

 

[coupe93]

I've been tickled pink with Nylanders play this year. I just can't believe the difference. Most of his goals this year has been in the tough areas, and he's fighting for the puck hard and winning board battles. My personal list of essential playoff type players has grown by one more.
Very impressed!

 

[Peasy]

I'll never understand the preconceived notion that Nylander is "soft" , he never wins battles, he's weak etc. He's been doing this throughout his career, except he's just taken it to another level this year. Sure he can get lazy at times, but you can see the majority of NHL players do that throughout an 82 game season. He's been dialed in all season long.

 

[Tomas W]

Should be apparent for you how much talent William actually got. Just need to play like this more regulary.

 

[HomerJLeafs]

holy f***
he is soooo good
its a joy to watch him this season

love the guy

 

[34]

Nylander > Pettersson

 

[Papa Cherry]

Nylander and Matthews are both untouchable when they have the puck. Blessed to have them both.

 

[34]

Nylander and Matthews are both untouchable when they have the puck. Blessed to have them both.

Yup, Nylander is a beast! So strong.


He is on one of the best contracts in the NHL.

 

[ACC1224]

I'll never understand the preconceived notion that Nylander is "soft" , he never wins battles, he's weak etc. He's been doing this throughout his career, except he's just taken it to another level this year. Sure he can get lazy at times, but you can see the majority of NHL players do that throughout an 82 game season. He's been dialed in all season long.

The bolded is where the notion comes from. He's definitely more engaged this season which is all that matters.

 

[Nithoniniel]

I found the following pretty interesting:



Did not expect that.