Mitch Marner is feeling it before Game 1 of the #StanleyCup Final 🏆 https://t.co/3Q42B04mPx Via @SportsCenter on X

What happened: A SportsCenter clip shows Mitch Marner upbeat and dialed in before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. In a sit-down with Sportsnet ahead of the series, Marner said he is trying to "stay in the moment" before the biggest games of his career.

Why it matters: It marks Marner's first Stanley Cup Final appearance, a milestone moment after years of deep playoff expectations. How he handles the spotlight in Game 1 will shape the early narrative of the series.

What to watch: Watch how Marner produces in Game 1 of the Final, airing tonight on ABC, and whether his early form sets the tone for the series.

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