CONFIRMED: Toronto Maple Leafs right winger Mitchell Marner has signed a five-year deal with the Montreal Canadiens, completing his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs ๐ย
In a stunning development thatโs sent shockwaves through the NHL, right winger Mitchell Marner has officially parted ways with the Toronto Maple Leafs and signed a five-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens. The deal, confirmed earlier today by league sources, marks one of the most high-profile moves in recent Canadian hockey history.
Marner, 28, had been a cornerstone of the Maple Leafsโ core since being drafted fourth overall in 2015. Known for his elite playmaking, high hockey IQ, and leadership on and off the ice, Marner recorded 85 points in 78 games last season, solidifying his reputation as one of the NHLโs premier forwards.
The terms of the deal are reported to include an average annual value of $10.5 million, with a full no-movement clause in the first three years. Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes expressed excitement over the acquisition, calling Marner โa game-changer and a foundational piece for our rebuild.โ
Toronto, meanwhile, is expected to receive a package of draft picks and top prospects in return, though full trade details have yet to be officially released.
Marner is set to join a young, up-and-coming Canadiens roster where he’ll take on a leading role both offensively and in the locker room. His first game in the red, white, and blue will be highly anticipated when the 2025โ26 NHL season kicks off.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.