William Nylander stepped up big-time in Game 1 of the second-round series, scoring two goals and providing an assist to lift the Toronto Maple Leafs to a thrilling 5–4 win over the Florida Panthers. He opened the scoring late in the first period,

The Toronto Maple Leafs won Game 1 5–4 at home against the Florida Panthers to take a 1–0 lead in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs—led by a three point night from William Nylander.

When William Nylander slotted home his fifth goal of the postseason on Monday night against the Florida Panthers, he stuck his tongue out in celebration before being embraced by his linemate Max Pacioretty.