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Mitch Marner's Future with Maple Leafs in Doubt as Free Agency Looms

Speculation grows over Marner's potential departure from Toronto, with league-wide interest reported ahead of July 1 free agency.

Overview

  • TSN's Darren Dreger suggests Mitch Marner may have played his final game for the Toronto Maple Leafs after their playoff elimination.
  • Marner, 28, is set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 unless he agrees to an extension before then.
  • The Maple Leafs are projected to have $25.7 million in cap space, but much of it is expected to address existing roster needs and restricted free agent extensions.
  • League-wide interest in Marner is anticipated, with the winger potentially becoming one of the highest-paid players in the NHL.
  • Sam Bennett, another top pending free agent, is unlikely to join Toronto, as he is expected to command a long-term deal and a salary increase.