Mitch Marner on whether it will hurt to hear boos from Leafs fans in Toronto: "Maybe in a way, but not really... They're probably going to try to get me off my game"

"They're probably going to try to do the thing to get me off my game and try to win their own game. I am just going to go out there and focus on my thing. I have a lot of great players around me to help me out. I have been through a couple of things like this before. I'll lean on them."

"I am obviously not used to staying in a hotel, so it's a little odd. But I am excited for tonight. I am not sure. We'll see as soon as warmups start. I am just excited to get back there. The building has meant a lot to me. I am excited to be back and playing in it. I don't know. I've always appreciated them."

Mitch Marner returns to Toronto as a member of the Vegas Golden Knights and feels excited to play in a building that meant a lot to him. He finds staying in a hotel odd but remains focused on the game and trying to win. He anticipates an uncertain reception from fans and acknowledges their passion and travel support. He expects attempts to disrupt his play but plans to concentrate on his role, lean on skilled teammates, and avoid dwelling on the past while focusing on the present game.

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