The cause of William Nylander's injury has been revealed

Amidst the buzz surrounding William Nylander's absence in game one against the Boston Bruins, new details have emerged regarding his injury status and what might have caused him to miss a crucial game.

According to sources close to the situation, Nylander is believed to be dealing with an upper-body injury stemming from a hit he took in the final game of the regular season. While the exact nature and severity of the injury remain unconfirmed, it was significant enough to sideline him for the playoff opener.





Despite participating in Monday morning's skate, Nylander was seen skating with the healthy scratches at times, casting doubt on his availability for game two. With the Maple Leafs facing a potential 0-2 deficit, the decision regarding Nylander's status looms large for the team.



Fans will have to wait and see how Nylander's condition progresses throughout the day before a final decision is made regarding his participation in tonight's crucial matchup.

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Details emerge of what caused William Nylander's injury