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Huge Update Regarding Nylander Contract Negotiations

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Elliot Ben Jacob
September 20, 2023 (8:21)

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Recently, NHL insider Frank Seravalli revealed substantial details concerning the contract negotiation status of William Nylander in a new podcast episode.

Seravalli delved deep into the sentiments prevailing in Nylander's camp about remaining unsigned at this juncture. From Seravalli's perspective, there seems to be a relaxed attitude emanating from Nylander's side, which is quite a shift from the previously perceived urgency to seal a deal.

I think they're quite comfortable from the Nylander camp's perspective. Let's play this out, see what happens, and enter the season. Let's see if he can have another year like he did last year because if it's not going to be in Toronto, it's going to be somewhere else.

He's already a pretty wealthy guy, but he'll be hitting a significant payday. It's an exciting place to be if you're Nylander because you already have some career security. You've made enough money at this point that even if he didn't play another game next season and beyond, he'd be okay.

That's important, and it also allows you to shoulder the risk of this season, which lacks that future security in your back pocket. You can see how things unfold and maybe put the Leafs in a spot where they can't afford to lose you.

Nylander Trade Rumors: Seravalli Weighs In

Speculation has been rife about the Toronto Maple Leafs considering trading Nylander this offseason. Responding to this in his recent podcast, Seravalli clarified that no such discussions took place.

He justified this by emphasizing Nylander's impressive stats aligned with his current contract value, terming him more of an asset to the Leafs than what he might garner in the trade market.

I don't think so. Especially with one more season at his current deal, and we'll discuss the cap situation in a moment. When you look at where they're at, if you have a guy who's anywhere close to 40 goals and 90 points for under 7 million bucks a year, you've got to take full advantage of that.

So, I think he's more valuable to the Leafs than he is on the trade market for this upcoming season.

Seravalli implies that retaining Nylander for the season could be a strategic move, considering his lucrative contract and potential high production levels. If the Leafs are targeting a successful run this season, having Nylander could be a decisive factor in realizing this ambition.

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