Mitch Marner was one of the heroes at the 4 Nations Face-Off as he set up the game-winning goal by Connor McDavid.
However, he is now back in Toronto to finish out the season with the Maple Leafs, and fans are excited to see what he can do, especially as it pertains to the postseason.
Today, Marner became a hero amongst Leafs fans for reasons that go well beyond the hockey rink.
On social media, it was revealed that the Toronto Maple Leafs star and his wife Stephanie LaChance were expecting their very first child.
This news broke on social media and it immediately went viral with Leafs fans expressing their congratulatory messages. Now, Marner and LaChance's lives will be changed forever.
For the Marner family, this is absolutely incredible and you cannot help but be happy for them as they embark on this journey.
It will not be an easy one, but Marner has a good head on his shoulders and he will be able to do it.
Meanwhile, the announcement comes ahead of tonight's game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Chicago Blackhawks.
Marner will be tasked with carrying the offense, especially since he didn't have much of a game on Saturday against Carolina.
Whatever the case may be, we express our deepest congratulations to the Marner family during this exciting time.
We also wish Marner good luck tonight against Chicago as the emotions are heightened.
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FEVRIER 23 | 287 ANSWERS Mitch Marner & His Wife Announce Truly Life-Changing News Are you happy for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner? | ||
YES | 274 | 95.5 % |
NO | 13 | 4.5 % |
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