William Nylander is back on the ice.
The Toronto Maple Leafs star, who signed an eight-year, $92 million contract extension in January that begins in the 2024-25 season, has been sharing glimpses of his off-season activities with fans on Instagram all summer long, offering a mix of relaxation and preparation.
Previously, Nylander was spotted at the prestigious Wimbledon tournament with fellow Swede and junior tennis player William Rejchtman Vinciguerra, vacationing in a tropical destination, relaxing with his dogs, and working out with his brother, Alex, who recently joined the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. Now, Nylander has resumed training in his home country of Sweden.
Captured on Instagram by ‘sportsheartswe’ on Wednesday, a local summer sports camp based in Stockholm, Sweden, Nylander was seen participating in an on-ice training session – seen roofing a goal glove-side at the end of a drill.
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But it wasn’t all work and no play for the Swedish star. Nylander took time to chat and take pictures with the campers following his on-ice workout. He was one of the few NHL players to attend the event, along with New Jersey Devils forward Alexander Holtz and former Leafs defenseman Rasmus Sandin, much to the delight of the young fans.
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According to the camp’s website, the program offers “intensive training sessions on an individual level with experienced instructors.” The camp, now in its tenth year, has been a staple in Stockholm since 2012. It offers a wide range of activities, including hockey, basketball, table tennis, chess, dance, football, and handball, among others. The camp’s Instagram bio describes it as “all Sweden’s sports camp in Stockholm with several sports, famous profiles and large activity center.”
The camp is well-regarded, attracting notable athletes and leaders with Swedish ties. For instance, Mikael Kempe, father of Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe, served as the ‘top instructor’ in 2023.
It’s great to see Nylander engaging with the next generation of athletes.
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