Mitch Marner misses practice after baby's birth but could still play game 2

Toronto Maple Leafs fans were on edge after a tight first-round series against the Ottawa Senators. The team finally triumphed in Game 6 and moved on to Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs . Fans are talking about Mitch Marner once again but for a different reason. Mitch Marner skipped practice because he and his wife, Stephanie, had welcomed a baby boy. Some are concerned he could miss the next game, but there is some good news: he might still play.

Mitch Marner becomes a dad and misses practice
Before Round 2, Mitch Marner and his spouse welcomed their child. NHL writer Chris Johnston tweeted on X that the reason Marner missed practice is due to this joyful occasion. The arrival of the baby is news, and the Maple Leafs superstar took leave to spend it with his loved ones.

Mitch Marner is absent from #leafs practice after his wife Stephanie gave birth to a baby boy.

— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) May 4, 2025

A few months back, Mitch Marner and Stephanie made the announcement that they were having a baby. Now the baby has arrived, and fans are wishing them love and congratulations. Although Marner did miss a team practice, it's for a very good reason. Having a baby is a special moment, and the team gets it.

Will Mitch Marner miss game 2 against the Panthers?
A few fans were concerned that Mitch Marner wouldn't be ready to play in Round 2 against the Florida Panthers on May 6. After all, missing practice before a big playoff game can look like a problem. But reports indicate that his time off likely won't prevent him from playing.


Mitch Marner is one of the Maple Leafs' go-to players, and they want him out on the ice. He helped the team defeat the Senators in Round 1 and gain entry into the playoffs. Now, with a new baby to go home to, he may be able to bring even greater motivation and enthusiasm to the game.


The Maple Leafs are gearing up to face a heavy battle in Round 2, and supporters look forward to having Mitch Marner on the ice once again only this time, with some newfound "dad power."


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