Reason for Leafs inking Alex Nylander revealed
The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Alex Nylander on Sunday and now have a brotherly love they can be proud of, as he will play alongside their superstar William Nylander.
The younger Nylander is nowhere near his older's stardom despite being selected 8th overall in 2016 by the Pittsburgh Penguins, but he can be useful in the bottom six for the Leafs. He was useful with the Columbus Blue Jackets where he had 11 goals and 15 points in 23 games.
The Nylander brothers are joining forces in Toronto. 🤝
What do you make of Alex Nylander joining the same organization as his brother William? 🤔
What do you make of Alex Nylander joining the same organization as his brother William? 🤔
Alex could land opportunity in the leafs regular lineup, especially if Nick Robertson's trade request is granted and he doesn't sign a contract as a current lingering restricted free agent. Yet even if it's not in the cards, he can play in a top role with the Marlies in the AHL.
Marlies get a huge addition with Alex Nylander.
Replaces some needed scoring lost with the departure of Bellows.
I could see him earning an NHL contract with the Leafs
Replaces some needed scoring lost with the departure of Bellows.
I could see him earning an NHL contract with the Leafs
If it's indeed Alex's time, you'll certainly get shifts with the brothers on together in what will be a dream come true for them.
Source: The Hockey News
Why the Maple Leafs Signed William Nylander's Brother Alex to a Contract With the Marlies
Why the Maple Leafs Signed William Nylander's Brother Alex to a Contract With the Marlies
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