William Nylander — Stats & Advanced Analytics
William Nylander is an NHL right wing for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, William Nylander has 21 points (10 goals, 11 assists) in 17 games, a 104-point pace over 84 games. He is 2nd on the Toronto Maple Leafs and is 10th in the NHL in scoring. 14 of the 21 came at even strength and 7 on the power play. He is averaging 20:11 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
William Nylander, a first-round draft pick, is a right wing in his prime who provides high-level impact in top-line minutes. He produces points at a high rate, finishes better than his chances suggest, and drives the power play.
Nylander also shoots from everywhere on the ice, making him a constant offensive threat. His primary limitation is that he avoids physical play, but his offensive contributions are substantial.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 200 lb |
| Born | May 1, 1996 (age 30) in Calgary, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 1, Pick 8 — TOR |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 10 | 11 | 21 | -1 | 4 | 49 | 20.4% | 20:11 | 52.2% | 6.8 | 0.7 | 4.0 | 0.71 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.1 | -0.3 | +1.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 99th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| Power Play | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 10 | 11 | 21 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:11 | 49 | 20.4% | 5 | 6 | 1.24 | 6.8 | 0.59 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 10 | 11 | 21 | 4.0 |
| 2025-26 | 65 | 30 | 49 | 79 | 17.3 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 45 | 39 | 84 | 19.8 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 40 | 58 | 98 | 21.9 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 40 | 47 | 87 | 21.7 |
| 2021-22 | 81 | 34 | 46 | 80 | 17.0 |
| 2020-21 | 51 | 17 | 25 | 42 | 8.7 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 31 | 28 | 59 | 13.9 |
| 2018-19 | 54 | 7 | 20 | 27 | 4.9 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 20 | 41 | 61 | 10.5 |
| 2016-17 | 81 | 22 | 39 | 61 | 12.8 |
| 2015-16 | 22 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 2.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season William Nylander has been worth 4.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 12 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 21.9 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Nylander's GAR this season?
William Nylander has been worth 4.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Nylander's WAR this season?
William Nylander has been worth about 0.7 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does William Nylander have this season?
William Nylander has 10 goals and 11 assists for 21 points in 17 games this season.
Is William Nylander a good right wing?
William Nylander ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (4.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Nylander's career GAR?
Across 12 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, William Nylander has accumulated 154.4 career GAR and 712 points.
How tall is William Nylander, and how much does he weigh?
William Nylander is 6'0" tall and weighs 200 lb. Born May 1, 1996 (age 30) in Calgary, Canada.
How does William Nylander score across situations in 2026-27?
William Nylander has 14 even-strength points, 7 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is William Nylander's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
William Nylander has scored on 20.4% of 49 shots in 2026-27.