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Mitch Marner Cites Safety Threats in Explaining Exit From Maple Leafs

He frames the move as a family safety decision after his address was posted online.

Overview

  • In an Aug. 29 TSN interview, Marner said concerns for his family's safety were central to his decision to leave Toronto after nine seasons.
  • He recounted learning minutes after Game 7 that his home address had been posted online and said he then hired full-time security for two weeks.
  • Marner said he has worked with a mental coach for three years to manage the toll of negativity and intense scrutiny in the market.
  • He joined the Vegas Golden Knights in a July 1 sign-and-trade and signed an eight-year, $96 million contract, with Toronto acquiring Nicolas Roy.
  • He described the move as a new chapter for his young family in a less intense environment and is scheduled to return to Toronto on Jan. 23, 2026.