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Maple Leafs coach urges Nylander to improve after loss to Avalanche

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 7:09 AM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Maple Leafs coach urges Nylander to improve after loss to Avalanche

Summary

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller stated that star forward William Nylander 'can play better' following a 6-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on November 10. This defeat marks the fourth consecutive loss for the Maple Leafs, dropping their record to 8-10-2 this season. Nylander, who was held scoreless and recorded a -4 rating in the game, has only one goal and no assists during the losing streak. With another key player injured, Hiller emphasized the need for Nylander to perform at a higher level to help the team score effectively.

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By the Numbers

•Maple Leafs fall to Avalanche 6-3 on November 10.
•Toronto is on a four-game losing streak.
•Nylander has 11 goals and 11 assists this season.
•Hiller calls for improvement from Nylander amid struggles.
•Kirill Marchenko is currently injured, impacting team scoring.

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7:09 AMYahoo Sports — William Nylander ‘Can Play Better,’ Says Maple Leafs HC Jim Hiller

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Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller said that star forward William Nylander “can play better” after the team lost yet again.The Maple Leafs lost 6-3 to the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night for their fourth straight defeat, dropping the team to 8-10-2 on the season through their first 20 games.Nylander was held off the […] The post William Nylander ‘Can Play Better,’ Says Maple Leafs HC Jim Hiller appeared first on HEAVY.
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