Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner is entering the final season of his six-year, $65.358 million contract, making him a potential unrestricted free agent in July 2025. 
Recent reports suggest that Marner may leave the Maple Leafs in free agency. A prediction from The Athletic proposes that the Anaheim Ducks could offer Marner a seven-year contract worth $101.5 million, with an average annual value of $14.5 million.
Despite these speculations, there is no immediate urgency from either Marner’s camp or the Maple Leafs to negotiate an extension. TSN’s Darren Dreger reports that while there is good dialogue between Marner’s agent, Darren Ferris, and Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving, they are not in heavy negotiations, and both sides are comfortable with this approach.
Marner has expressed his desire to remain with the Maple Leafs but acknowledges that he cannot control trade decisions. He stated, “I can’t control any of that,” when asked about the possibility of being traded.
As the season progresses, Marner’s performance and the Maple Leafs’ salary cap considerations will play significant roles in determining his future with the team. Currently, Marner leads the team with 32 assists and 42 points in 32 games, underscoring his value to the roster.
In summary, while there is speculation about Marner’s potential departure from the Maple Leafs, no definitive decisions have been made. Both parties appear content to let the season unfold before engaging in serious contract disc ussions.
