Marner believes Domi’s playing style fits well within the team’s system. In a recent interview, Marner noted that the additions of Domi, Tyler Bertuzzi, and Ryan Reaves bring a physical element to the team’s lineup – a bit of muscle and hustle. Marner finished second in the OHL with 124 points (42 goals, 82 assists), and Domi was ninth with 102 points (32 goals, 70 assists). During the 2014-2015 OHL regular season, both players were top-10 OHL scorers and combined for a huge total of 226 points. In their time together in junior hockey, Marner and Domi helped make the Knights a dominant force. (Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images) Tie Domi poses with son, Max Domi before Max was selected by the Phoenix Coyotes during the 2013 NHL Draft Many Maple Leafs fans are excited about the signing because Max’s father, Tie Domi, was a much-loved player for the organization from 1995 to 2006. Marner and Domi have a personal history because the two played together for the Knights in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) for two years during the 2013-2015 seasons.ĭomi, who’s known for his gritty style, signed a one-year contract with the team on July 3. One person who’s excited to see Max Domi on the Maple Leafs roster is his former teammate with the London Knights –Mitch Marner. Item Two: Marner Excited to Play with Domi Again But, for now, at least, he’s off the radar for the Blue & White. Because they tendered him a qualifying offer, the Maple Leafs retain his NHL rights. His return to the KHL might indicate that his interest in playing NHL has waned. However, it’s no longer certain if he’ll return to North America. He’s still relatively young at 22 years old. Related: Remembering Maple Leafs Tough Guy Jim Dorey Instead, he signed for two years with Traktor Chelyabinsk in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). He had a strong-enough season in 2022-23 with the American Hockey League’s (AHL) Toronto Marlies, but he couldn’t reach a contract agreement with the big club. There are concerns about his defensive game and a style of play that puts him on the perimeter. Semyon Der-Arguchintsev, Peterborough Petes (Terry Wilson / OHL Images)
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