Mitch Marner Reaches 100 Points, Clinches Division Title for Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner achieved his first 100-point NHL season after scoring a goal in a 4-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres, making him the fourth player in franchise history to reach this milestone, joining Darryl Sittler, Doug Gilmour, and Auston Matthews. The goal, Marner's 27th of the season, was seen as both a key insurance goal in the game and a significant personal achievement. Marner is also the fifth player in the NHL this season to reach 100 points, following Nikita Kucherov, Nathan MacKinnon, Leon Draisaitl, and David Pastrnak. Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube praised Marner's consistent play throughout the season, highlighting his contributions in various roles and suggesting that this milestone could serve as a confidence boost heading into the playoffs. The win also helped the Maple Leafs clinch the Atlantic Division title, capping a season of strong individual and team performances. Marner credited his teammates for helping him reach the milestone, emphasizing the collective nature of such accomplishments.