Sheldon Keefe confirms Mitch Marner's status for Leafs game vs Sabres

Mitch Marner is working his way back from a high ankle injury, and Sheldon Keefe has just confirmed his status and when is expected to return to gameplay for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

The Leafs have been up and down over the last few games, with statement wins against the Washington Capitals and the Edmonton Oilers, but dropping bad games to the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes. This all comes on the back of being without star player Mitch Marner, who continues to rehab from a high ankle injury.

There have been questions about when Marner will return for the Leafs, and now Sheldon Keefe has confirmed that he will miss Saturday's game against the Buffalo Sabres, and Monday's game against the Florida Panthers.



There is no real reason for the Leafs to rush Marner back before playoffs. While this could get them a few more points, as long as they remain in playoff position, he should rest for the gruelling battle ahead. This also allows the Leafs to play with different line combinations, allowing guys like Bertuzzi and Domi to gel with Matthews, opening up new possibilities for the playoffs.



We will see what Sheldon Keefe is thinking when Mitch Marner does return to the lineup and when playoffs begin.