Mitchell Marner is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who plays as a right winger for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on May 5, 1997, in Thornhill, Ontario.
Mitchell and Stephanie LaChance have been in a relationship since 2020. Stephanie grew up in the same hometown as Mitchell in Markham, Ontario.
The two first met at a high school basketball game and struck up a conversation. They eventually began dating and have been together ever since. The two are frequently spotted together at gatherings and parties. Even though Stephanie is a private person, their Instagram uploads allowed us to see a few of their shared moments.
When the Covid lockdown began, Marner and Stephanie spent time together in their home. Although some claim that the couple is already married, this has not been confirmed. The couple frequently takes vacations and shares photos of their romantic getaways on social media. They're getting closer, and a wedding is on the horizon. We're still waiting to hear from them; perhaps they'll have some good news to share soon.
Mitchell Marner's NHL career
Marner was drafted fourth overall by the Maple Leafs in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft after a successful junior career with the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), where he recorded 126 points in 63 games in the 2014-15 season. In his rookie season in the NHL, he recorded 61 points in 77 games and was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team.
In the following seasons, Mitchell established himself as one of the league's top playmakers, consistently recording high assist totals and finishing among the league's top scorers. In the 2018-19 season, he recorded a career-high 26 goals and 94 points, which earned him a six-year, $65.358 million contract extension with the Maple Leafs.
Marner missed time due to injury during the 2019-20 season, but he still scored 52 points in 47 games. During the 2020-21 season, he had the most assists in the NHL with 67 and led the league in points with 94. His exceptional playmaking ability and on-ice vision were recognized, and was named to his second NHL All-Star Game.
Mitchell has been an important player for the Maple Leafs, helping the team reach the playoffs in each of his three seasons with the team. He is well-known for his exceptional stickhandling, playmaking ability, and ability to set up scoring chances for his teammates. He has emerged as one of the league's most popular players and a fan favorite in Toronto.
Overall, Mitchell Marner has had a successful career so far and is considered one of the top players in the NHL. His future with the Maple Leafs and in the NHL is bright as he continues to improve and make an impact on the ice.