Not: Nick Robertson
After having a strong training camp in which he led the team with five goals in four games during the preseason, Nick Robertson seemed to be on the verge of finally breaking out this NHL season. Added to the fact that head coach Craig Berube gave him the vote of confidence that he will get his playing time to show what he can do.
The goals aren't going in for Robertson, but he's been playing well and creating chances in a limited role. Patience has begun to grow thin as Robertson was finally healthy-scratched on Monday. He will need to show some of his offensive flare from the preseason if he wants a hold of a spot in the everyday lineup going forward. He is on this list for his lack of production, but he is playing well enough that he likely didn't deserve to be scratched.
Hot: William Nylander
It seemed like it was just not too long ago when William Nylander broke the team record in registering a point in 17 straight games to start a season last year. He certainly hasn’t been racking up the crazy numbers this time around, but he has been off to a great start nonetheless for his 2024-25 NHL campaign as well.
Despite being held off the scoreboard during the past week, he has been a force for the Leafs on the ice for the most part, leading the team in goals with six and ranking second on the team in scoring with 10 points. Moreover, the recent newly-formed line of Nylander with John Tavares and Max Pacioretty looks like a keeper as they produced nine points collectively against the Jets on Monday. Nylander will look to cement himself as one of the team’s best with his strong play.