Auston Matthews may have been the center of attention, but it was Mitch Marner who stole the show in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a crucial victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Marner's exceptional playmaking skills and goal-scoring prowess proved to be the difference-maker, as he found the back of the net and contributed to multiple scoring chances for his teammates. With the Golden Knights taking a 1-0 series lead, Marner's performance has set the tone for the rest of the series, and his ability to stay focused on his own game could be a key factor in determining the outcome of the series. As the Maple Leafs look to even the series, they'll have to find a way to contain Marner's explosive offense.


Marner keeps focus on own voice in helping Golden Knights to series lead  NHL.com