Olympics
Swedes Fear No Nylander in Olympics Opener
Sweden's gold-medal dreams hit a snag right out of the gate as William Nylander nurses an injury that could sideline him for the tournament opener. Tre Kronor coaches scramble to plug the hole left by their Leafs star sniper, who's been lighting lamps all season in Toronto. Fans in Stockholm and Scotiabank Arena alike hold their breath while the medical staff assesses the damage. This uncertainty tests Sweden's depth against a loaded field, where every top-six forward counts in the medal chase.
Teams:Toronto Maple Leafs
Players:William Nylander
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