Following a rough season on the ice, William Nylander is vowing to be better in 2019-20. (reporterchris )
forward began reflecting on the regression in his game this year, he acknowledged having second thoughts about the long contract standoff he waged with the organization.
And, after posting consecutive 61-point seasons, he saw a significant dip in production upon his return — finishing with seven goals and 27 points in 54 games. “I know what I’m capable of doing. I know that Kyle knows what I’m capable of doing,” said Nylander. “This year didn’t show nearly to where I can be at as a player. I have higher expectations for myself moving forward.After the Leafs cleaned out their locker stalls and held exit meetings on Thursday morning, Dubas took responsibility for Nylander’s lost season.
“It was a long process mentally through the year,” said Nylander. “Obviously I didn’t get to where I wanted to be throughout the entire season and in the playoffs. … I think this summer will be a big summer for me in order to get back to where I should be.” “Willy’s a proud guy, he’s a great kid and he has a chance to be a real good player,” said Babcock. “He wasn’t a good player [this year], and no one wears that more than Willy, and you be honest about that.
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