The Vegas Golden Knights have acquired Mitch Marner in a sign-and-trade with Toronto Maple Leafs. That's according to a person with knowledge of the move who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because it had not been announced.

Mitch Marner has officially left the Toronto Maple Leafs and joined the Vegas Golden Knights, citing the lack of playoff success as a key factor. The former “Core Four” member is embracing a fresh start in Vegas,

Instead of allowing the former Toronto Maple Leafs star to reach the free-agent market on July 1, McCrimmon acted during the NHL draft to secure Marner’s rights and get him signed to a maximum-term contract before any other team couldn't even talk to him.