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.
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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
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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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