The Toronto Maple Leafs have been knocked out of the playoffs once again, and this time, the fallout could be serious. Star forward Mitch Marner may be on his way out, with reports linking him to the Los Angeles Kings . After another disappointing finish and growing tension with team management, Marner ’s future in Toronto looks uncertain. With free agency approaching, the Leafs could be in danger of losing one of their top players.
Mitch Marner linked to Kings amid 2025 NHL free agency rumors
Mitch Marner may be on his way out of Toronto. As the Maple Leafs limp into another soul-searching offseason, the 28-year-old winger is inching closer to unrestricted free agency, and league insiders believe the Los Angeles Kings are ready to make their move.
Despite posting an impressive 102-point season and leading the team in assists, Marner’s relationship with Toronto’s front office has reportedly taken a hit. Things began unraveling when he declined to waive his no-trade clause for a proposed deal involving Mikko Rantanen. That decision, while within his rights, sparked questions about his long-term commitment to the franchise and management’s willingness to keep him.
Now, as July 1 looms, Marner’s camp appears to be signaling a clear message: he wants out, and preferably far from the spotlight of another Canadian market. According to Daily Faceoff’s Anthony Di Marco, the winger has ruled out joining any of Canada’s other teams, leaving U.S.-based contenders with cap space like the Kings in pole position.
Under newly appointed GM Ken Holland, the Kings are rumored to be preparing an aggressive offseason push. NHL insider Pierre LeBrun noted their intent to "hunt big game," and Marner fits that bill perfectly.
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For Toronto, the potential loss of Marner would be symbolic of a greater unraveling another reminder that the Matthews-Marner era, while star-studded, may ultimately be defined by unfulfilled potential. The Kings, meanwhile, are circling, eager to transform frustration in Toronto into firepower in Los Angeles. If the Maple Leafs can’t find a way to fix the rift soon, they’ll not only lose a star, they’ll hand the Kings the keys to their collapse.
Mitch Marner linked to Kings amid 2025 NHL free agency rumors
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Mitch Marner may be on his way out of Toronto. As the Maple Leafs limp into another soul-searching offseason, the 28-year-old winger is inching closer to unrestricted free agency, and league insiders believe the Los Angeles Kings are ready to make their move.
Despite posting an impressive 102-point season and leading the team in assists, Marner’s relationship with Toronto’s front office has reportedly taken a hit. Things began unraveling when he declined to waive his no-trade clause for a proposed deal involving Mikko Rantanen. That decision, while within his rights, sparked questions about his long-term commitment to the franchise and management’s willingness to keep him.
Now, as July 1 looms, Marner’s camp appears to be signaling a clear message: he wants out, and preferably far from the spotlight of another Canadian market. According to Daily Faceoff’s Anthony Di Marco, the winger has ruled out joining any of Canada’s other teams, leaving U.S.-based contenders with cap space like the Kings in pole position.
Under newly appointed GM Ken Holland, the Kings are rumored to be preparing an aggressive offseason push. NHL insider Pierre LeBrun noted their intent to "hunt big game," and Marner fits that bill perfectly.
Also Read: Ian Laperrière’s exit as Phantoms coach sparks bigger questions for Flyers’ future
For Toronto, the potential loss of Marner would be symbolic of a greater unraveling another reminder that the Matthews-Marner era, while star-studded, may ultimately be defined by unfulfilled potential. The Kings, meanwhile, are circling, eager to transform frustration in Toronto into firepower in Los Angeles. If the Maple Leafs can’t find a way to fix the rift soon, they’ll not only lose a star, they’ll hand the Kings the keys to their collapse.
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