The Maple Leafs Release Disheartening Update On Mitch Marner's Injury

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Hunter Bowman
March 18, 2024 (3:44 PM)

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In a recent media session after Monday's practice, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe shared some disheartening news about Mitch Marner's ongoing struggle with a high-ankle sprain.

Mitch Marner's Recovery Hits a Snag

Toronto Maple Leafs' star forward Mitchell Marner is set to miss his next two games, marking his fourth and fifth absences, due to a lingering high-ankle sprain, Keefe announced.

The decision means Marner won't be accompanying the team for their forthcoming matches against the Philadelphia Flyers and the Washington Capitals.

"Just trying to get him to the point that he's comfortable throughout the week,» Keefe said. «He's day-to-day away from being day-to-day.»

Keefe emphasized the team's cautious approach to Marner's recovery, aiming for his comfort and health before rushing any decisions about his return to the ice.

Unfortunately, Marner's recovery has hit a snag, failing to progress as hoped, leading to a reassessment of his rehabilitation plan.

"It hasn't been responding the way that they had hoped, so just stepping back a little bit with it,» Keefe said.

Marner is a crucial player for the Maple Leafs, leading the team with 51 assists and contributing a total of 76 points in 62 games this season.

In related team news, defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin is also expected to miss the upcoming road trip due to illness after sitting out Monday's practice. Since joining the Maple Leafs in a trade that brought him over from Anaheim via Carolina on February 29, Lyubushkin has added two assists across seven games.

Despite Marner's absence, the Maple Leafs have managed to secure a 2-0-1 record, maintaining their position in third place within the Atlantic Division with 85 points.

Source: Puckreporter