These guys all signed in the last couple years at a similar age. Not all the same age or great comparisons, but all higher end forwards signing in their mid to late 20s.
Objectively, Nylander is better than almost all of them, if not all.
But he’s not over $1 million better.
Quoting: Random2152
Nylander is better than all of them.
Except for maybe Meier. Same tier of player - different skillset
Hey I'm a Leafs fan and don't want to argue with you. But I do find it fascinating the love he's getting now when all I feel I heard for the last few years on him was criticism.
The issue is that Toronto has set a precedent for the core. Dubas didn't expect Marner or Matthews to make less, why would Willy be the only one making that sacrifice? The culture in Toronto is the issue