Maple Leafs’ Jim Hiller explains McKenna’s power play usage, Nylander’s off the puck improvement

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller addressed the power play role of Gavin McKenna and praised William Nylander's off-puck development after a 6-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Hiller stated that McKenna has earned his opportunities through strong play, though his usage will depend on performance rather than a guaranteed nightly starting role on the top unit.

The coach also highlighted Nylander's five-point performance, noting significant growth in his defensive and off-the-puck awareness compared to earlier in his career. The victory featured two goals each from Nylander and Auston Matthews, while McKenna contributed an assist and a key defensive stop ahead of Toronto's upcoming game against the Utah Mammoth.