Mitch Marner's move to Golden Knights has already backfired

While Mitch Marner has had an overall good first season in Vegas, things are that much better than they were with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Mar 22, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) looks on from the ice during the first period against the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesWhen Mitch Marner left the Toronto Maple Leafs last summer, it seemed like he was headed for greener pastures in Las Vegas. After all, it seemed like the Golden Knights were a better team headed in a completely different direction.

For starters, the Golden Knights have already won a Stanley Cup. They…