Maple Leafs Should Overpay for Mitch Marner Replacement, Claims Analyst originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With another early playoff exit and a change looming, Sean Avery believes the Toronto Maple Leafs need to make a bold move this summer, starting with letting forward Mitch Marner go once he reaches free agency.

It’s the burden of expectations and Mitch Marner might be hockey’s best current example.

Rantanen was ultimately traded to the Dallas Stars, with the Hurricanes receiving a package that included two first-round picks, two third-round picks and Logan Stankoven in return.