Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Sat 12/28/24 11:51 AM

Robertson found the back of the net on his only shot and had two hits and a plus-1 rating in 10:02 of ice time in Friday's 5-2 win over the Red Wings.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson added an insurance marker late in the second period to give Toronto a 5-0 lead. The left-shot winger has elevated his game lately -- Robertson has generated four goals and three helpers across nine games in December. The 23-year-old had just two goals over the first two months of the campaign. Robertson is at six goals and nine points through 29 contests while filling a third-line role and a spot on the No. 2 power-play unit.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Sat 12/21/24 1:08 PM

Robertson delivered a goal and an assist in Friday's 6-3 win over the Sabres.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson has registered a goal and a helper in three straight appearances. He had two goals on 35 shots in his first 23 outings of the 2024-25 campaign. He has been productive in a bottom-six role, but his chances of a regression in the coming games could be high because of his perfect shooting percentage during his recent hot streak.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Thu 12/19/24 9:03 AM

Robertson produced a goal and an assist in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
Facing off against older brother Jason's squad, Nic came out on top in the Robertson Brother Battle with two points in the second period, including the only helper on Bobby McMann's game-winner. Robertson has delivered back-to-back two-point performances since returning from the press box after being a healthy scratch in four straight games. Prior to that, the 23-year-old winger had only two points (both goals) in 23 appearances this season while mainly skating in a bottom-six role when he drew into the lineup.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Mon 12/16/24 2:01 PM

Robertson notched a goal and an assist in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Sabres.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson didn't play in four straight games before suiting up Sunday, and he made his presence felt by delivering his first multi-point performance of the campaign. That said, Robertson has tallied just four points across 24 games this season, so he shouldn't have a lot of upside in most fantasy formats.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Sun 12/1/24 4:08 AM

Robertson scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Lightning.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson's goal ended his 12-game point drought. It's just the right time for him to get going on offense, as the Maple Leafs' injury-ravaged forward group welcomed back Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies for this contest. Robertson has two goals, 31 shots on net, 16 hits and a plus-1 rating over 20 appearances this season, so he'll need to pick up the pace as more forwards get ready to return.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Thu 11/28/24 2:04 PM

Robertson was held off the scoresheet for his 12th game in a row in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Panthers.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson has 20 shots on net in that span, so it's not for a lack of opportunity. The Maple Leafs are severely understaffed at forward due to seven injuries and a suspension, but it's not encouraging to see Robertson squander his opportunity to make himself essential to the team. Through 19 games, he has a single goal, 29 shots, 16 hits, 10 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating while averaging 12:27 of ice time.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Wed 10/23/24 3:58 AM

Robertson scored a goal and added two PIM in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Blue Jackets.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson broke through for his first goal of the year, but it was far too late to make a difference. The winger has added nine shots on net, six hits, three blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating over seven appearances. The good news is Robertson is seeing steady third-line usage, but that's a role that's too small on a top-heavy team for him to make much of an impact. He's also on the second power-play unit, but there's little chance of him moving up the lineup barring a slump from a top-six forward.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Wed 10/9/24 6:42 PM

Robertson (upper body) will be in the lineup versus the Canadiens on Wednesday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson missed the Maple Leafs' last preseason game, but that will be the extent of his absence. He's set to begin 2024-25 on the third line and second power-play unit. Robertson reportedly has a trade request in with Toronto's front office, but he'll look to enhance his value after a 27-point effort in 56 regular-season games last season.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Sat 10/5/24 11:06 AM

Robertson (upper body) will not play Saturday versus Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
The good news is that Robertson partook in morning practice and could be ready to go Opening Night in Montreal on Wednesday. Robertson had 14 goals and 27 points in 56 regular-season games in 2023-24 and is expected to improve upon those numbers this season.

Nicholas Robertson
LW TOR
Fri 10/4/24 12:13 PM

Robertson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, David Alter of The Hockey News reports Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Robertson was absent from practice Friday after potting both of Toronto's goals the night before in a 2-0 preseason win over Detroit, and he's dealing with an upper-body issue ahead of Saturday's preseason finale rematch against the Red Wings. It's not yet clear whether his injury will impact his availability for Opening Night against Montreal on Wednesday. When he's healthy, the 23-year-old will likely take on a bottom-six role for the Maple Leafs.