Insider reveals Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks preparing massive offers for Mitch Marner | NHL News
Mitch Marner’s future with the Toronto Maple Leafs is now a hot topic across the NHL. With just one year left on his contract, fans and analysts are closely watching what comes next. Recent insider reports hint that two teams- the Carolina Hurricanes and the Chicago Blackhawks are preparing massive offers to sign him. While no final decision has been made, the buzz around Marner’s next move is growing stronger with each passing day.
Carolina and Chicago prepare significant offers for Mitch Marner
On March 8, 2025, NHL insider Chris Johnston reported on The Chris Johnston Show that the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks are poised to make some of the most substantial financial offers to Mitch Marner. Both teams are interested in adding to their rosters and have Marner on their wish lists. The Carolina Hurricanes have long been intrigued by Marner. The team had trade talks with the Toronto Maple Leafs earlier this year, and they included Mikko Rantanen in a potential trade offer. Marner, however, refused to waive his no-movement clause, wanting to stay in Toronto.The Chicago Blackhawks, with ample salary cap space, are also in the mix. They are reportedly ready to offer a lucrative contract to Marner, aiming to bring his offensive prowess to their lineup.Also Read: Mitch Marner Sparks NHL Free Agency Frenzy As Insider Links Him To $1.85B Golden Knights After Leafs Collapse
Mitch Marner remains focused on current season amid trade talks
Despite the swirling rumors, Mitch Marner has maintained his commitment to the Maple Leafs. In a media session on March 9, 2025, Marner addressed the speculation, stating, “I wasn’t focused on it. You know, I’m sure that I had a feeling that maybe something might happen, but I’m here to play hockey with this team, like I said, and I’m focused on this team, and that’s what I can tell you”.Teammate Auston Matthews also commented on Marner’s handling of the situation, saying, “He’s handled things great. There are certain things that are out of your control, and that’s one of them. It is what it is”.As the season progresses, the Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner will need to address his contract status. With significant offers potentially coming from Carolina and Chicago, the decision will have lasting implications for all parties involved.
