Villeneuve, William #76 (D)  - Toronto Maple Leafs - 2026 Playoffs
Height: 6'2''
Weight: 183 lbs.
Shoots: R
Born on: March 20, 2002
Age: 24
Birthplace: Sherbrooke, None
Salary: $0.775M
Cap Hit: $0.775M
NHL.com: Go

Statistics - 2026 Playoffs

GP GM G A Pts +/- PIM PPG PPA SHG SHA GWG S Hits Blks SPCT P/G
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April 17, 2026 Villeneuve was returned to AHL Toronto on Friday. - Villeneuve saw action in just three NHL games this year in which he recorded five blocks, two shots and one hit while averaging 17:20 of ice time. In the minors this year, the 24-year-old defenseman has been significantly more productive, racking up 29 points in 59 contests. None
April 8, 2026 Villeneuve was sent down to AHL Toronto on Wednesday. - Villeneuve has yet to make his NHL debut, and it seems like he will have to wait at least a little longer. The move to return the 24-year-old blueliner to the minors would seem to indicate that Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) will be good to go for Wednesday's matchup with the Capitals. None
April 4, 2026 Villeneuve was recalled from AHL Toronto on Saturday. - Villeneuve was called up on an emergency basis with Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) ruled out for Saturday's clash. Across 58 games in the AHL this season, Villeneuve has three goals, 25 assists and 85 shots on net. While Toronto has six healthy defensemen on its roster, the young blueliner has a chance to make his NHL debut soon if Ekman-Larsson remains out for an extended period of time. None
Feb. 20, 2026 Villeneuve was returned to AHL Toronto on Friday. - Villeneuve was summoned to the Maple Leafs on Wednesday to practice with the big club. With the NHL taking a break for the Olympics, Villeneuve didn't have an opportunity to get into any game action during his short stint with the Leafs. None
Feb. 18, 2026 Villeneuve was called up by the Maple Leafs on Wednesday. - Toronto isn't scheduled to play until next Wednesday against Tampa Bay, but the Maple Leafs can practice in the meantime. Villeneuve should take part in those practices while Toronto is short-staffed due to the Olympics. However, Villeneuve doesn't have any NHL experience yet, and it wouldn't be surprising if he returns to the minors without making his debut during this current stint. None
Oct. 3, 2025 Villeneuve was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on Friday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports. - Villeneuve signed a two-way deal with the Maple Leafs in August, but he'll begin the 2025-26 regular season with AHL Toronto if he clears waivers. He recorded four goals, 36 assists and 42 PIM over 55 regular-season appearances with the Marlies last year. None
Aug. 5, 2025 Villeneuve agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with Toronto on Tuesday. - Villeneuve increased his production with AHL Toronto in 2024-25 compared to his first two full seasons in the minors, posting four goals, 40 points and a plus-17 rating over 55 regular-season appearances. The 23-year-old will continue to provide organizational depth in 2025-26, as the Maple Leafs have a veteran-laden blue line, though he should have an opportunity to make the team out of training camp in the fall. None

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2026-04-17 analysis Villeneuve saw action in just three NHL games this year in which he recorded five blocks, two shots and one hit while averaging 17:20 of ice time. In the minors this year, the 24-year-old defenseman has been significantly more productive, racking up 29 points in 59 contests.
2026-04-17 update Villeneuve was returned to AHL Toronto on Friday.
2026-04-09 analysis Villeneuve has yet to make his NHL debut, and it seems like he will have to wait at least a little longer. The move to return the 24-year-old blueliner to the minors would seem to indicate that Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) will be good to go for Wednesday's matchup with the Capitals. It's expected Villeneuve will make his NHL debut Thursday. He'll be on the NHL roster again just a day after his most recent demotion because Brandon Carlo (lower body) sustained an injury versus the Capitals on Wednesday.
2026-04-09 update Villeneuve was sent down to AHL Toronto on Wednesday. Villeneuve will be recalled from AHL Toronto prior to Thursday's game versus the Islanders, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
2026-04-08 analysis Villeneuve has yet to make his NHL debut, and it seems like he will have to wait at least a little longer. The move to return the 24-year-old blueliner to the minors would seem to indicate that Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) will be good to go for Wednesday's matchup with the Capitals.
2026-04-08 update Villeneuve was sent down to AHL Toronto on Wednesday.
2026-04-04 analysis Villeneuve was called up on an emergency basis with Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) ruled out for Saturday's clash. Across 58 games in the AHL this season, Villeneuve has three goals, 25 assists and 85 shots on net. While Toronto has six healthy defensemen on its roster, the young blueliner has a chance to make his NHL debut soon if Ekman-Larsson remains out for an extended period of time.
2026-04-04 update Villeneuve was recalled from AHL Toronto on Saturday.
2026-02-20 analysis Villeneuve was summoned to the Maple Leafs on Wednesday to practice with the big club. With the NHL taking a break for the Olympics, Villeneuve didn't have an opportunity to get into any game action during his short stint with the Leafs.
2026-02-20 update Villeneuve was returned to AHL Toronto on Friday.
2026-02-18 analysis Toronto isn't scheduled to play until next Wednesday against Tampa Bay, but the Maple Leafs can practice in the meantime. Villeneuve should take part in those practices while Toronto is short-staffed due to the Olympics. However, Villeneuve doesn't have any NHL experience yet, and it wouldn't be surprising if he returns to the minors without making his debut during this current stint.
2026-02-18 update Villeneuve was called up by the Maple Leafs on Wednesday.
2025-10-03 analysis Villeneuve signed a two-way deal with the Maple Leafs in August, but he'll begin the 2025-26 regular season with AHL Toronto if he clears waivers. He recorded four goals, 36 assists and 42 PIM over 55 regular-season appearances with the Marlies last year.
2025-10-03 update Villeneuve was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on Friday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
2025-09-29 prospect No Yes
2025-09-03 Salary Cap Hit $0.000M $0.775M
2025-09-03 Salary $0.000M $0.775M
2025-09-03 Pickable No Yes
2025-08-29 Weight 175 lb 183 lb
2025-06-24 Active in League No Yes
2025-06-24 Franchise 2025 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs