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Former Leaf Draft Pick Eyes NHL Return
5 Aug
Summary
- Der-Arguchintsev seeks return to Maple Leafs after playing in Russia.
- He appeared in one NHL game for the Maple Leafs in 2022-23.
- His agent is in talks with the team about a potential NHL contract.
Semyon Der-Arguchintsev, a former third-round draft pick by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2018, is reportedly considering a return to the organization. Der-Arguchintsev spent the last three seasons playing in Russia's KHL for Traktor Chelyabinsk and Dynamo Moscow.
His agent confirmed that Der-Arguchintsev's goal is to play in the NHL during the 2026-27 season. The player is exploring the option of rejoining the Maple Leafs system and has communicated this desire to former general manager Brad Treliving.
Der-Arguchintsev made one NHL appearance for the Maple Leafs in the 2022-23 season and played 107 games for the Toronto Marlies, scoring 25 goals and 47 assists. His agent believes he is ready for the NHL, though a potential AHL role might be a possibility with a one-way contract.
The Maple Leafs have recently added players like goalie Sergei Bobrovsky and defenseman Darren Raddysh. Der-Arguchintsev's playmaking ability could be a valuable addition as the team aims to improve after missing the playoffs.
