The Toronto Maple Leafs were rumored to consider trading Mitch Marner this summer, but they have since denied any talks of a deal with Utah.
Following a disappointing playoff exit after just one series, the Toronto Maple Leafs appear determined to shake things up, with Mitch Marner reportedly a prime candidate for a trade. Numerous reports suggest the team is open to trade offers for their star winger, with the newly formed Utah Hockey Club among those interested.
The rumor has been circulating for a while now, prompting responses from both the Maple Leafs and Marner's camp via David Pagnotta.
On the Mitch Marner to Utah report/rumor that's out there: I reached out to the Marner camp who told me it is «100% not true.» A Leafs team rep also poured cold water all over the report calling it completely untrue.
As expected, both sides promptly dismissed the rumor as '100% not true.' However, considering the Utah Hockey Club's assets and their pursuit of a star player, the interest appears genuine.
Marner's strong performance in the regular season naturally draws interest from NHL teams. Now, we await to see if a potential deal will reshape the league's landscape.
