Both William Nylander and John Tavares have struggled at point this season, and it appears their head coach is finally at the point that he can't take it anymore. After starting the season extremely strong, both players have seemed to suddenly decide that they have absolutely zero chemistry together. As practice began there was a decidedly different look among the Maple Leafs' top six forwards.
It can be immediately noted that William Nylander is no longer listed among the top 6 forwards, as he found himself replaced by the returning Ondrej Kase. When asked about the change Keefe was blunt about the second line's performance.
Neither Tavares or Nylander has looked comfortable playing together since the Maple Leafs' post COVID restart. When asked what he'd like to see different out of William Nylander, Keefe was also very blunt.
It's clear that the Maple Leafs who have been struggling of late are no longer accepting the mediocre play of their $40,000,000 Core 4.
