There have been whispers that Mitch Marner will be the team's sacrifice ever since the Boston Bruins ousted the Toronto Maple Leafs from the playoffs. It's said that the gifted winger is being used as a prop for the team's entire history of postseason disappointments. With Toronto attempting to restructure their squad, Marner is probably headed for the door.
As much as the Maple Leafs may insist on making adjustments, Marner really has the final say. Mitch Marner has a no movement clause in his current deal, which gives him the power to refuse any move to any team at any moment. He's adamant about not moving at all, despite some reports suggesting he may be open to moving to specific places others say.
The Maple Leafs may have to walk the forward to free agency the next season if the Marner problem is not settled before the season begins. That's where Marner runs into difficulties, which could end up costing the forward a lot of money.
Marner will only be able to sign a 7-year deal if the Maple Leafs decide to let him go as a free agency this summer. There could be a big pay loss because no other team will be able to give him an eighth year. Therefore, Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs need to get together and decide what is best for everyone.
