Steve Dangle discusses Mitch Marner's past with Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews

Steve Dangle discussed Mitch Marner's previously intense comparisons to Connor McDavid during his youth, especially before Auston Matthews joined the Toronto Maple Leafs. Dangle noted that these comparisons were prevalent among those around Marner while they played elite hockey together. Following Matthews' arrival in Toronto, the focus shifted but increased pressure on Marner persisted. Marner's agent criticized the organization for failing to protect him from scrutiny. After nine seasons with the Maple Leafs, Marner moved to the Vegas Golden Knights and helped the team reach the 2026 Stanley Cup Final while leading all players in postseason scoring as the conversation shifts regarding his career.

• 3:58 PMYahoo Sports — Mitch Marner had a Connor McDavid problem before Auston Matthews arrived, says Steve Dangle