William Nylander eyes return as he takes part in full practice

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Dawson Mckenzie
April 26, 2024 (12:24)

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All eyes are on the Toronto Maple Leafs' practice today as William Nylander remains in question to return to the lineup for game 4 against the Boston Bruins. Now, it appears he may be eyeing a return.

William Nylander is a crucial component of the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup that has been missing this series, and it remains uncertain whether or not his will return to the lineup Saturday night. Nylander has been suffering from migraines, which could be symptoms of a concussion, and is working his way back to health.

Now, it appears that he could be eyeing a return, as he is taking part in Leafs practice today on the third line, the line he is expected to play on if he were to return Saturday.

#Leafs lines during practice Apr. 26/24

Bertuzzi-Dewar*-Domi
Knies-Tavares-Marner
Nylander-Holmberg-Jarnkrok
Robertson-Kampf-Reaves
Extra: Gregor
*Matthews absent (maintenance)

Rielly-Liljegren*
Benoit-McCabe
Edmundson-Brodie
Webber, Timmins, Giordano
*Lyubushkin absent (parental)

Samsonov, Woll, Jones

While this is by no means official, it is a massive positive sign for Nylander and the Leafs in general that he is participating fully in practice. The Leafs desperately need his help for scoring as well as on the powerplay.

More details to come as Sheldon Keefe is expected to speak today.