As such, it’s time to walk through the progress of each Leafs prospect with a particular focus on how they’ve performed relative to the expectation coming into the season.
This series will be divided into two parts to make it easier to digest: one for the prospects based overseas, and another for the prospects located in North America.
Let’s dive right into how the Leafs‘ European-based prospects have performed so far this season.
Russia
F Rodion Amirov – Salavat Yulaev Ufa (KHL), Toros Neftekamsk (VHL)
Status: Holding Steady
Acquired: 2020 NHL Draft, first round (15th overall)
The 2021-22 season continues to throw obstacles into Rodion Amirov’s path.