The departure of Mitch Marner from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Vegas Golden Knights marks a significant transition for the team, particularly impacting young forward Matthew Knies. With Marner's exit, Knies, who shined last season alongside Marner and Auston Matthews, expressed his sadness but also his gratitude for the learning experience. He signed a six-year extension worth $46.5 million, emphasizing his commitment to the Leafs. The team has made key offseason moves, including acquiring Nicolas Roy and others, which Knies believes will strengthen the squad for the upcoming season.