Mitch Marner meets the media (Credit: Getty Images) With free agency set to open on July 1, Mitch Marner is once again at the center of major offseason speculation. A new twist arrived when insider Frank Seravalli reported that Marner and his wife, Stephanie Marner, were recently spotted viewing real estate in Las Vegas. The couple’s house-hunting trip has amplified talk that the Toronto Maple Leafs forward could be preparing for a major move away from Toronto.
Vegas Golden Knights may clear cap space for Mitch Marner signing amid Alex Pietrangelo health concerns
The Vegas Golden Knights’ connection to Mitch Marner has become more than just speculation. Although the team has only $9.6 million in available cap space according to Puck Pedia, potential roster shifts could open up room for a major signing. Among the possibilities, defenseman Alex Pietrangelo’s uncertain health status might lead to a long-term injured reserve placement, freeing up an additional $8.8 million.Meanwhile, forward William Karlsson has also been floated in trade rumors. If the Golden Knights can move his contract, they could create just enough room to land a superstar forward like Marner. Given the franchise’s history of bold acquisitions and cap creativity, it wouldn’t be out of character to see Vegas make a major splash.
Toronto Maple Leafs fans react to Mitch Marner exit rumors as his wife Stephanie Marner’s Vegas visit gains attention
For fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the idea of Mitch Marner leaving the team has always been uncomfortable. Marner posted a career-high 102 points in 81 games last season and has long been part of the franchise’s core. But as contract talks remain quiet and real estate rumors heat up, Maple Leafs supporters are preparing for a potential farewell.While the NHL world waits for the July 1 free agency frenzy to begin, the buzz surrounding Mitch Marner’s next chapter continues to grow, this time with Sin City in the spotlight.Also Read: NHL trade rumor: NHL Insider claims Vladislav Gavrikov is going to New York, in a shocking early Free Agency twist