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Mitch Marner Signs $96M Deal with Vegas, Eyes Emotional Return

9/11/2025

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Mitch Marner, an NHL player, signed an eight-year, $96 million contract with the Vegas Golden Knights after nine seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
His return to Scotiabank Arena on January 23, 2026, is eagerly awaited, with fans expected to have mixed feelings.
Marner is prepared for the emotional challenge of facing his former team and hopes to be remembered fondly by Maple Leafs fans.
He ranks fifth in franchise history with 741 points, including 221 goals and 520 assists.
Marner cited personal safety as a key factor in his decision to leave Toronto.

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Mitch Marner, an NHL player, signed an eight-year, $96 million contract with the Vegas Golden Knights after nine seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
His return to Scotiabank Arena on January 23, 2026, is eagerly awaited, with fans expected to have mixed feelings.
Marner is prepared for the emotional challenge of facing his former team and hopes to be remembered fondly by Maple Leafs fans.
He ranks fifth in franchise history with 741 points, including 221 goals and 520 assists.
Marner cited personal safety as a key factor in his decision to leave Toronto.