Mitch Marner opens up about the timeline behind his departure from Auston Matthews' Toronto Maple Leafs and explains the personal reasons for rejecting a trade before ultimately joining the Vegas Golden Knights.

With Mitch Marner no longer part of the Toronto Maple Leafs, expectations will only grow for Leafs centerpieces Auston Matthews and William Nylander. NHL insider Dave Feschuk appeared on TSN's "First Up!" on Thursday and made clear both players will need to elevate their performances, urging them to deliver more than ever next season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed and traded star right winger Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights Monday, ending the 100-point player's stint with the team and leaving a massive hole at a key position on the offensive side of the puck.