Mitch Marner recently made headlines with his straightforward remarks about William Nylander’s upcoming documentary, mentioning that he probably wouldn’t watch it. As usual, his comments have drawn mixed reactions from Toronto Maple Leafs fans.

When asked about the documentary, which features a moment where Nylander tells Marner to stop crying and just shoot the puck—a clip that went viral last season—Marner shared his thoughts. The documentary promises to reveal more about that conversation, as Nylander was mic’d up.

Marner stated:

“I probably won’t watch it, to be honest. I enjoy other sports documentaries and might tune in a bit, but I don’t see myself sitting on the couch to watch it at the first opportunity.”

His comments sparked some criticism among fans, with some suggesting the backlash is overblown.

This conversation comes shortly after Marner spoke with Elliotte Friedman, expressing his commitment to the Toronto Maple Leafs and stating he couldn’t envision playing anywhere else. Despite his strong desire to stay with the team long-term, uncertainty looms as his free agency approaches, and there are mixed signals regarding the organization’s willingness to retain him, alongside varying reports about his personality and priorities.

In a recent press conference, the Toronto native reiterated his passion for the team and its fan base, stating, “I hope not,” when asked if he could see himself playing for another organization.

While some fans advocate for a quick contract extension for Marner, others scrutinize his every word. He has indicated a willingness to negotiate during the season but expressed a preference to focus on hockey while allowing his agents to handle the contract details.

Ultimately, while Marner’s intentions may be clear, the intense spotlight means he will always elicit diverse opinions from fans—some feeling he doesn’t fit the team, and others believing he’s being unfairly criticized.