A 1-2-3 of Matthews, Nylander and Tavares down the middle also brings with it the potential for greater offensive depth. The Leafs have been reliant, overly so at times, on two lines to generate offence over the years, another point of detriment in past postseasons.

Before any premature talk of William and Alex Nylander playing together, best to first figure where Willy fits positionally. True to new coach Craig Berube’s summer blueprint, Nylander lined up at centre on Thursday’s first day of camp workouts,

Leafs head coach Craig Berube and general manager Brad Treliving absolutely want William Nylander playing centre.

Marner open to signing during season, Lehner's contract in jeopardy, Red Wings and Seider update, Oilers and Flyers trade talk.

After numerous first-round playoff defeats, Maple Leafs are planning to add a level of toughness that has been missing from their game

Ennis posted the message and a highlight video on his personal Instagram account. Ennis spent one season in the AHL with the now defunct Portland Pirates and recorded 65 points in 69 games, winning the Rookie of the Year,