Maxim Chernyshov, 19, was selected 33rd overall in 2024 and debuted in North America after three seasons in Russia. He scored twice in his first game coming off shoulder surgery, recorded points in his first six contests (10 goals, eight assists), and posted multiple five-point games. He averaged 2.44 points per game, a 64-goal, 166-point pace over 68 games. Coaches noted significant offseason strength and size gains and highlighted his NHL-driven mindset. Luca Cagnoni, 20, was a 2023 pick who played six NHL games and 64 AHL games, totaled 52 AHL points, made the AHL All-Rookie Team, and is valued for breakout passing and power-play running ability.
The 19-year-old was Misa's teammate and made his North American debut after three seasons in his native Russia. Chernyshov (6-2, 195) scored twice in his first game coming off shoulder surgery, a 9-5 loss to Kingston on Jan. 30, had points in his first six (10 goals, eight assists), and five-point games against Guelph on Feb. 8, Sudbury on Feb. 15 and Flint on March 25. He averaged 2.44 points per game, a pace of 64 goals and 166 points in a 68-game season.
"When he was hurt, he put in a lot of work," Warsofsky said. "We saw a kid that came into development camp, and his body looked extremely different. He's in great shape. He got stronger, he got bigger, and I think that's a testament to him, to his mindset of wanting to play the National Hockey League." Projected NHL arrival: Next season
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