As NHL free agency approaches, the hockey world is buzzing with anticipation over the future of Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner. With his contract set to expire on July 1st, Marner is poised to become one of the most sought-after players on the open market—a rare opportunity for teams looking to add elite talent.

Speculation about his next destination has reached a fever pitch, especially after reports surfaced of Marner and his family house hunting in a prominent Las Vegas neighborhood. The timing is intriguing, as the Vegas Golden Knights have been rumored to be clearing cap space for a major signing. With Marner’s consistent 100-point pace and proven playoff performance, his potential move to Vegas could dramatically alter the NHL landscape. All eyes are now on Marner as fans and insiders eagerly await his next move.

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Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner will be a free agent in just a few days. On July 1st, he will no longer belong to the Leafs and will be free to sign with the team of his choice.

This is a major situation, as 100-point players hitting the open market is extremely rare. Everyone is wondering where he’ll end up next.

And now, we’ve just gotten a strong clue.

Mitch Marner Spotted House Hunting in a Well-Known Las Vegas Neighborhood

Well, well!

We already knew Vegas has been trying to clear cap space-likely to sign Marner-and now there’s even more smoke to this fire.

The Marner family reportedly toured houses in Vegas.

“All this to say the Knights have him in their sights.. and maybe Marner is also interested in signing there.

According to Frank Seravalli (DFO Rundown), the Marner family reportedly visited houses in Vegas in recent days.”

– Marc-Olivier Cook, DLC

“Fast forward to this past weekend, one of the hot rumours, unsubstantiated, unconfirmed from my view, and I did ask around, was that Mitch Marner and, or, his family was spotted perusing the housing market in Vegas over the weekend.”

– Frank Seravalli

At 28 years old, the 6-foot forward recorded 102 points in 81 games this season, after tallying 85 points in 69 games last season.

For the past 5 years, he’s consistently been a 100-point-per-82-games player, and he’s notched 63 points in 70 NHL playoff games.

He would be a massive addition for the Golden Knights, without question!