Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman has revealed details of a previously unseen argument between William Nylander and former Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe, which was ultimately scrubbed from the Amazon Prime Video docuseries "All or Nothing".
The incident occurred during the filming of the series, and involved a heated exchange between Nylander and Keefe. According to Friedman, the Maple Leafs organization, along with Nylander's agent and the NHL Players' Association (NHLPA), intervened to have the scene removed from the final cut. The primary concern was that the argument portrayed Nylander in an unfavorable light, potentially damaging his reputation.
Friedman explained on his "32 Thoughts" podcast that the parties involved felt strongly that the scene made Nylander "look bad". Initially, Amazon resisted the request for removal, but the collective pressure from the Leafs, the NHLPA, and Nylander's agent eventually led to the scene being cut.
The revelation has sparked considerable discussion among fans and analysts, with many wondering about the nature of the argument and the reasons behind the concerted effort to suppress it. Some observers believe the incident highlights the extent to which the Maple Leafs organization has shielded Nylander throughout his career. Others suggest that removing the scene undermines the "all-access" premise of the docuseries, sacrificing transparency for the sake of protecting a player's image.
Dressing room disagreements are not uncommon in professional sports. However, the intervention by the team, the player's representation, and the union to bury the incident is noteworthy. It raises questions about the balance between providing an authentic behind-the-scenes look and managing the public perception of key players.
The news comes at a time when Nylander is experiencing a strong start to the 2025-26 season. As of late November 2025, he has already accumulated 31 points in 20 games, demonstrating his offensive capabilities. However, Nylander has faced criticism in the past for perceived inconsistencies in his effort and on-ice attitude.
Notably, Nylander recently had a discussion with current Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube during a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Nylander downplayed the exchange, stating that it was simply about "being on the same page". Shortly after the discussion, Nylander contributed to the team's victory by assisting on a goal and scoring the game-winning goal in overtime. Earlier in the season, Berube publicly stated that he wanted Nylander to shoot the puck more and be more aggressive. Nylander responded to this by saying that he is still trying to get up to speed.
