Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Mitch Marner

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Mitch Marner made an impact.

Mitchell Marner is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger currently playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL. Drafted fourth overall by the Maple Leafs in 2015, he is a key player for the team. His career highlights include consistent offensive production and being a prominent figure in Toronto's hockey scene.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2004: Leafs Win Playoff Series

In 2004, the Maple Leafs won their first playoff series since that year, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning. Mitch Marner posted a team-leading eleven points over six games.

2004: Team's first playoff series win since 2004

In 2021, the Maple Leafs were considered the heavy favourites to win the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs against the Montreal Canadiens, which would have been the team's first playoff series win since 2004.

2011: Played with the Vaughan Kings

In 2011, Marner played in the 2011–12 season with the Vaughan Kings of the Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL).

2012: Transition to Don Mills Flyers and St. Michael's Buzzers

In 2012, for the 2012–13 season, Marner transitioned to the Don Mills Flyers of the GTHL, where he played his minor midget year, registering 86 points in 55 games. At the end of his season with the Flyers, Marner was immediately invited to join the St. Michael's Buzzers of the Ontario Junior A Hockey League, where he went on to win a championship.

2013: Signed with the London Knights

In 2013, despite receiving a scholarship offer from the University of Michigan, Marner elected to sign with the London Knights, who selected him with their first round pick in the 2013 Priority Selection.

2014: Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament

In 2014, Mitch Marner made his international debut for Canada at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, where he won a gold medal. He tied with Mathew Barzal as the leading scorer from Canada at the tournament.

2014: Played with Max Domi

In 2014, during the 2014–15 season, Marner played alongside linemate Max Domi.

July 28, 2015: Signed with the Leafs

On July 28, 2015, Marner signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

October 1, 2015: Named co-captain of the Knights

On October 1, 2015, Marner was named as co-captain of the London Knights along with teammate Christian Dvorak. He was also awarded the Red Tilson Trophy as the OHL's most outstanding player of the year.

2015: Named to OHL First All-Star team and awarded the Jim Mahon Memorial Trophy

In 2015, Marner was named to the OHL First All-Star team and awarded the Jim Mahon Memorial Trophy as the OHL's highest scoring right wing player. He was also selected fourth overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2015 NHL draft.

2015: Drafted by Toronto Maple Leafs

In 2015, Mitch Marner was selected fourth overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL entry draft.

October 27, 2016: First multi-point game

On October 27, 2016, in a game against the Florida Panthers, Marner had his first multi-point game, accumulating three assists to lead the Leafs to a 4–2 win.

November 3, 2016: First multi-goal game

On November 3, 2016, Marner had his first multi-goal game against the Buffalo Sabres, as the Leafs won 2–1.

November 15, 2016: Tied for lead in Leafs' leading scorer

On November 15, 2016, Marner had three points in a 6–2 win over the Nashville Predators, which at the time tied him in the lead for Leafs' leading scorer for the first time of his career.

2016: Won the Memorial Cup

In 2016, Marner helped lead the Knights in winning the 2016 Memorial Cup. He also won both the Stafford Smythe Memorial Trophy and the Ed Chynoweth Trophy as tournament MVP and leading scorer.

2016: Made NHL debut

In 2016, after an impressive training camp, Marner remained on the Toronto Maple Leafs roster for the 2016–17 season and made his NHL debut on October 12. He scored his first NHL goal on Hockey Night in Canada and recorded his first career assist four days later.

2016: IIHF World Junior Championships

In 2016, at the IIHF World Junior Championships held in Helsinki, Mitch Marner and Dylan Strome jointly led Canada in scoring, each achieving four goals and two assists across five games. Despite their efforts, Canada was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Finland.

December 19, 2017: Broke goal drought

On December 19, 2017, during the Maple Leafs' Next Century Game, Marner broke a 15-game goal drought and recorded his first career four-point game. He scored one goal and three assists to help defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 8–1.

2017: Set Maple Leafs record for most assists in a season by a rookie

In 2017, Marner set the Maple Leafs record for most assists in a season by a rookie with 42 on the year, breaking a record that was held for 73 years. He also helped the team qualify for the 2017 Stanley Cup playoffs, where he scored his first playoff goal.

2017: IIHF World Championship Debut

In 2017, Mitch Marner debuted with Canada's senior team at the IIHF World Championship, where they won silver. He scored 12 points in 10 games, ranking him among the top ten in scoring and second on his team, behind Nathan MacKinnon.

February 10, 2018: First five-point game

On February 10, 2018, Marner scored his first five-point game (two goals and three assists), becoming the first Leafs player to record five points in a game since Tomáš Kaberle in 2009. He also ended the regular season leading the Leafs in assists and points, and setting career highs in goals, assists and points.

October 9, 2018: Four-point game against the Dallas Stars

On October 9, 2018, Marner recorded a four-point game (one goal and three assists) in a 7–4 win over the Dallas Stars.

January 17, 2019: First in Maple Leafs franchise history to begin NHL career with three consecutive 60-point seasons

On January 17, 2019, Marner recorded a goal during a 4–2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, becoming the first player in Maple Leafs franchise history to begin his NHL career with three consecutive 60-point seasons.

April 11, 2019: Playoff Goal

On April 11, 2019, Marner scored his first playoff goal, which ended an eighteen-game drought, during Game 1 of the series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Maple Leafs won the game 5-0.

September 13, 2019: Signed a six-year contract with the Maple Leafs

On September 13, 2019, Marner signed a six-year, $65.358 million contract with the Maple Leafs.

December 23, 2019: Five point game

On December 23, 2019, Marner recorded his 2nd career five-point game (two goals and three assists) in thrilling 8–6 win over the Carolina Hurricanes at the Leafs 3rd annual Next Generation Game.

February 7, 2020: Recorded 200th NHL assist

On February 7, 2020, Marner recorded his 200th NHL assist on an overtime goal scored by John Tavares in a 5–4 win over the Anaheim Ducks.

April 15, 2021: Recorded at least five consecutive seasons with 40 assists

On April 15, 2021, Marner became the fourth player in Maple Leafs history to record at least five consecutive seasons with 40 assists.

February 26, 2022: Career High Performance

On February 26, 2022, Mitch Marner achieved a career-high of four goals and six points, contributing to the Toronto Maple Leafs' 10-7 victory against the Detroit Red Wings. This game marked Marner's first NHL hat-trick and four-goal performance.

2022: Success in Regular Season

In 2022, Mitch Marner had a successful regular season, leading the team in scoring. He also recorded a franchise-best 23-game point streak and was considered the team's most valuable player for the season. He ended with 99 points in 80 games, and was named a finalist for the Frank J. Selke Trophy.

November 30, 2023: Second Career Hat Trick

On November 30, 2023, Mitch Marner achieved his second career hat trick, occurring shortly after he received stitches on his face in the prior game.

2023: High Ankle Sprain

In the 2023-24 season, Mitch Marner suffered a high ankle sprain in a March 7 game against the Boston Bruins, but he returned to finish the season with 85 points in 69 games.

December 27, 2024: Third Career Hat Trick

On December 27, 2024, Mitch Marner recorded his third career hat-trick while playing against the Detroit Red Wings.

January 4, 2025: Game-Opening Goals Record

On January 4, 2025, Mitch Marner contributed to a game-opening goal for the 112th time in his career, tying Börje Salming for the fifth most in Maple Leafs history and surpassing Doug Gilmour.

March 7, 2025: Trade Request

On March 7, 2025, Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving requested that Mitch Marner waive his No Trade Clause for a potential trade to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for Mikko Rantanen. Marner denied the request and chose to stay in Toronto.

2025: 4 Nations Face-Off

In 2025, Mitch Marner played for Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off, scoring one goal and contributing two assists over four games. Notably, he provided the primary assist on Connor McDavid's game-winning goal in overtime.