Two possible trade destinations emerge for Mitch Marner
Two possible trade desinations emerged for the Toronto Maple Leafs' star Mitch Marner in the off-season.
Marner, who's been heavily criticized in Toronto during the playoffs for his lack of efforts and offensive contributions, has been involved in plenty of rumors since the Leafs' elimination.
Even if Marner mentionned he'd like to stay in Toronto, with a year left on his contract, the Leafs could easily decide to trade him or give him an extension.
The Toronto Star's reporter Kevin McGran talked about this in a recent paper, suggesting that Marner could be traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning or Utah's new team, but that it'll ultimately be up to Marner himself, as he has a no-trade clause:
"This would be up to Marner, who has a full no-movement clause in his contract. But Marner may feel he's not the best fit in Toronto. He takes criticism personally, and there's a lot of it in Toronto. And there was some sniping in the playoffs among the core players that suggested all may not be well. Marner, Matthews and Nylander were spotted visibly frustrated with each other in Game 4, though they all said that was related to a single play and said not to put too much stock in it.
Still, Marner may feel better going to a sunshine state where he can be the best player and live in relative anonymity.
Given he is eligible to sign an extension this summer, a sign-and-trade could well be in the works. Marner would be coveted by any team. Lightning coach Jon Cooper has long sung his praises and Tampa might be willing to part with defenceman Mikhail Sergachev. The new team in Utah could probably use a player like Marner.
Even if the Leafs didn't get a stud player back, the cap space could be invaluable to draw better players to support the remaining core players."
Still, Marner may feel better going to a sunshine state where he can be the best player and live in relative anonymity.
Given he is eligible to sign an extension this summer, a sign-and-trade could well be in the works. Marner would be coveted by any team. Lightning coach Jon Cooper has long sung his praises and Tampa might be willing to part with defenceman Mikhail Sergachev. The new team in Utah could probably use a player like Marner.
Even if the Leafs didn't get a stud player back, the cap space could be invaluable to draw better players to support the remaining core players."
Marner's situation will be interesting to follow in the coming months. Make sure to stay tuned for any further developments.
Source: Daily Hockey Dose - Toronto analyst suggests the two best trade destinations for Marner
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