The Marlies opted to start Nylander on his off wing (left side) in his initial AHL transition starting late in January. After some time to adjust to the rink size and competition, and a summer of training that has Nylander looking a fair amount thicker, it looks like Nylander will shift to the position he played all the way growing up. Nylander is already well on his way to his father’s dimensions; Michael played center at 5’11, 190-195lbs. Nylander is in the 5’11-5’11.5 range and the latest weight report had him at around 189, according to Nylander himself on Leafs Lunch.
Thursday Mashup: William Nylander shifting to center
