Leafs to potentially part ways with Mitch Marner according to Friedman
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Elliotte Friedman, a well-known insider, dropped a hint about a potential big trade involving Toronto Maple Leafs' star player, Mitch Marner, during an appearance on Sportsnet's 590 The Fan. He suggested that Marner might be on the trading block for the Maple Leafs this offseason.
Marner has faced criticism for his performance in the playoffs, with many finding it underwhelming.
This has sparked talks about the possibility of him being traded instead of signing a contract extension with the team.
Friedman emphasized that several factors, including Marner's performance, his contract negotiations, and the potential benefits of a trade, would influence any decision.
"The calendar determines all and we're going to get to a point where he can extend. It'll come down to a) how well he plays, b) what his next contract looks like and c) if it comes to a trade, what they're all willing to do together."
He also drew a comparison between Marner and Elias Pettersson of the Vancouver Canucks, noting similarities in the pressure they face from their respective markets. Friedman suggested that Marner's self-imposed pressure might be hindering his performance.
"I think it's really critical. You look at Pettersson in Vancouver, you look at Marner in Toronto and you see a lot of similarities. You can see how both of those markets are reacting around those players early on. I think Marner is his own worst enemy in the sense that he puts a ton of pressure on himself in some ways I think he almost mentally straight jackets himself."
Given these factors, the question arises: Should Brad Treliving, the Maple Leafs' general manager, seriously consider trading Mitch Marner this summer?
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Elliotte Friedman hints at a major off-season trade involving Marner
Elliotte Friedman hints at a major off-season trade involving Marner
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