Second, the Hurricanes are a perennial playoff club, reaching the Eastern Conference Final twice in the last three seasons. Marner's two-way game would fit well within head coach Rod Brind'Amour's system, and his offensive skills would be a significant boost to their scoring punch.

With roster needs and cap situations in mind, how each team fits as a destination for one of the biggest names to hit free agency in years.

Mitch Marner is nearing an imminent exit from Auston Matthews' Toronto Maple Leafs and is reportedly close to deciding between two NHL franchises.