Overview
- Coach Sam Hallam said Nylander skipped Tuesday’s practice for maintenance related to a lingering groin issue.
- Hallam indicated a very late call will determine Nylander’s availability for Wednesday’s opener against Italy.
- Filip Forsberg filled Nylander’s spot in practice with Adrian Kempe and Joel Eriksson Ek, and Pontus Holmberg or Marcus Johansson were cited as possible replacements.
- Sweden faces Italy on Feb. 11 before Finland on Feb. 13 and Slovakia on Feb. 14, with group winners earning a quarterfinal bye.
- Nylander returned Jan. 31 from his groin aggravation and leads the Maple Leafs with 18 goals and 52 points in 40 NHL games.