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It appears star forward Mitch Marner will remain a Toronto Maple Leaf for the upcoming season.
NHL insider Chris Johnston recently revealed that the Toronto Maple Leafs made a push for forward Jeff Skinner, offering him a spot alongside Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner. Despite their efforts and a higher offer, Skinner chose to join Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers on a one-year, $3 million deal.
Chris Johnston on TCJS says Leafs talked to Jeff Skinner, pitched him on the idea of playing next to Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, ultimately he chose Edmonton.
This development shows the Leafs' commitment to keeping Marner, even amidst swirling trade rumors as he enters the final year of his $10.9 million contract.
Well that means Marner is staying
Leafs coach Craig Berube had high praise for Marner recently.
He's a character guy. He's a great person. Obviously, a great player. I'm looking forward to coaching him.
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