Marner was spotted working vigorously with other NHL players, sporting white skates instead of the usual black, capturing the attention of The Hockey News' Nick Barden.
Marner appears to be hoping that changing to white skates, similar to those worn by legends Sergei Fedorov and Wayne Gretzky, will help him hit the 100-point mark in the regular season and achieve post-season success. As Marner enters the final year of his six-year deal, there is no imminent resolution regarding a trade or extension, setting up a season filled with rumors and questions for the 27-year-old pending unrestricted free agent.