Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews spoke highly of teammate Mitch Marner right ahead of training camp during the team's media availability held on September 18. The new team captain of the Leafs praised Marner's resilience and work ethic during a summer filled with trade rumors and speculation about his contract,

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews praised Mitch Marner for the way he has handled the trade rumors involving him all summer.

In an interview with Sportsnet published on September 12, Oilers captain McDavid took a moment to offer glowing praise for Matthews, highlighting not just his on-ice prowess but also his connection to the city of Toronto and how he's the perfect fit for that humongous hockey market.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and one of their star forwards are reportedly open to negotiating a new deal during the season.

Marner is entering the final year of a six-year, $65.408 million deal he signed back in Sept. 2019. He's been eligible to sign an extension with the Maple Leafs since July 1, but

It’s fascinating to hear Mitch Marner talk about why staying with the Toronto Maple Leafs is so important to him. There’s no hesitation when he speaks—Toronto is where he wants to be.

Mitch Marner took the podium on day one of Maple Leafs training camp on Wednesday and made one thing very clear – he wanted nothing to do with answering a slew of questions regarding his contract negotiations.

Mitch Marner walked up a few steps onto a small stage before taking his seat at the microphone. The Maple Leafs star did his best to get out in front of a narrative that cast a long shadow over the team's off-season — and one that will continue to do so until there's a resolution.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering an intriguing season with John Tavares and Mitch Marner both having expiring contracts next offseason, and as training camp is set to start, both players spoke on their situations,