William Nylander is the next big question for both Brad Treliving and Brendan Shanahan to figure out, as he is set to become a UFA this offseason and is playing lights out to start the year. Some fans are worried that Nylander is pricing himself out of Toronto. Even though the cap is expected to increase next season, there still might not be enough room for Nylander if he continues to play at this impressive pace.
Brendan Shanahan, speaking at the Board of Governors meeting, had this to say when asked about Nylander's play.
The Leafs shouldn't be quick to worry about Nylander, as he currently sits on the best contract in all of the NHL. While, yes, it will expire by the end of the season, there is no better contract or rental that the Leafs could acquire in the league right now, in terms of pure goal-scoring talent. If this truly is the Leafs' year to win, this is almost exactly how you would want Nylander's contract year to work out.
As for other parts of the roster, the Leafs certainly have some work to do. They should be able to make some moves before the deadline and will need to shore up their blueline if they want a chance at winning.
