Player Discussion Mitch Marner, Yet Again

[hullsy47]

Mitch was absolutely outstanding last night. Got better and better as the game went on. It's like something clicked and he knew he could be a difference.

I hope this elevates his confidence and ego on the ice to a new level.

Still not worth more than mstheed but hes gonna get paid well

 

[thewave]

Have to admit that MM did his country proud tonight. He somehow was able to do what he does best. Can't ever take away what he did tonight. He should be very proud.

Mitch did have the best and one of his only ever high level games as an adult. Not a physical game though.

They need a series of 5 or 7 with prize money

 

[Gary Nylund]

and if he'd changed his skating stride at age 6

You think he's wrong? Most of what that guys' been saying for years seems like it's been spot on, including what he's been saying about the way Mitch's skates.

 

[leafs in five]

Not a physical game sure ok

 

[leafs in five]

You think he's wrong? Most of what that guys' been saying for years seems like it's been spot on, including what he's been saying about the way Mitch's skates.

yes - I think our Mitch has done really well for himself all things considered

 

[leafs in five]

wimpy checking game. Defensive.

 

[Gary Nylund]

yes - I think our Mitch has done really well for himself all things considered

For himself, sure no doubt about it. For the Toronto Maple Leafs when the playoffs turn into hard hitting, close checking hockey, not so much.

Based on 7 years of data, this is what he is:
~100 point player during the regular season.
~75 point player in the playoffs.
~45 point player from game 5 of the playoffs onward.

 

[Dekes For Days]

Wimpy checking game. Defensive. BINNINGTON WON THAT GAME

Lmao. Binnington played very well. So did Marner. You might want to reflect on why you are only able to give one of them credit.

 

[Roo]

Great game by Mitch. So much so he gets moved to the top line that did nothing all game, and sets up the winner.

Solid game for Matthews too.

 

[Strangle]

Last night Mitch Marner became a man

 

[hullsy47]

Last night Mitch Marner became a man

Now man up and sign a contract.

 

[thewave]

Last night Mitch Marner became a man

He didn't have to worry about being checked. It was really subdued. Good game no doubt but really I expected more after MTL.

Lmao. Binnington played very well. So did Marner. You might want to reflect on why you are only able to give one of them credit.

Marner did have a great game but the scenario was flipped. It wasn't the hard hitting passionate playoff game we thought. It was a very tight game with limited checking and little passion vs MTL game

That kind of game happens too and it was high level.


I am not sold he can do it when two teams hate each other and come out like they mean it

 

[Anthrax442]

Last night Mitch Marner became a man

I will believe when I see it in playoffs. I didn't see anything special from him. When they allowed him time and space, he created. But when the heat was on, most of the game he was invisible. The only other time I saw him in the corner is when he fell into one and his head bounced off some defenders knees.

 

[Punch Drunk Loov]

Couldn't be more proud of the win. Canada as a country needed that one. I'm so glad we had this victory and congratulations to all the players. I'd like to give a hell yeah to Mitch, Connor, Binnington and everyone else who knew this one was a little bit more than just a game

 

[DarkKnight]

wimpy checking game. Defensive.

The ripple.

 

[Roo]

He didn't have to worry about being checked. It was really subdued. Good game no doubt but really I expected more after MTL.

There were plenty of checks thrown in the game. Not quite to the degree of Saturday night, but there was plenty including some from MM himself.

 

[DarkKnight]

I will believe when I see it in playoffs. I didn't see anything special from him. When they allowed him time and space, he created. But when the heat was on, most of the game he was invisible. The only other time I saw him in the corner is when he fell into one and his head bounced off some defenders knees.

You need a reset dude.

 

[thewave]

I will believe when I see it in playoffs. I didn't see anything special from him. When they allowed him time and space, he created. But when the heat was on, most of the game he was invisible. The only other time I saw him in the corner is when he fell into one and his head bounced off some defenders knees.

Exactly

You need a reset dude.

He is accurate

There were plenty of checks thrown in the game. Not quite to the degree of Saturday night, but there was plenty including some from MM himself.

Not quite?

They were different beasts. Nobody was trying to get hurt.

 

[Evilhomer]

Now man up and sign a contract.

Oh, he's going to sign one alright. A really big one.

 

[thewave]

Oh, he's going to sign one alright. A really big one.

That's fine but when the playoffs hit and instead of the subdued game last night, guys will be looking to put Mitch through the boards.

ECF is where this team needs to hit or else let Mitch go.

 

[DarkKnight]

 

[Clark4Ever]

Marner deserves credit. He stepped up in this tournament and eventually forced his way on to the top line.

He was instrumental in last night's big win.

 

[leafs in five]

Was it me or was that just a tight checking game compared to MTL. Didn't feel like a SCG game at all

look at this f***ing NONSENSE

 

[Anthrax442]

You need a reset dude.

To be clear, I think he is very talented, but I don't think he is 13 mil worthy. At 8-9, give'er. It's like Having a Lambo in Toronto - you cant drive it in the snow or on most streets (because our roads are garbage) you can't really achieve the full fun factor of the Lambo unless you take it to the track. I blame the salary cap, because otherwise noone here would ever give a shit what he makes.

 

[ToneDog]

Mitch was absolutely outstanding last night. Got better and better as the game went on. It's like something clicked and he knew he could be a difference.

I hope this elevates his confidence and ego on the ice to a new level.

This. Cooper recognized it, moved him up and Mitch got it done. He's given the doubters hope that he can help get it done in the playoffs. Playoffs will be another challenge because the 3 amigos will be in the crosshairs. Not the case in this tournament.

Still do not think he worth his ask, but today he is much more likable.