Marchenko inked a three-year contract with CSKA Moscow on Tuesday, Igor Eronko of Sport-Express reports.

EDGE Analysis

Marchenko went unclaimed off waivers, which fantasy owners should have seen coming, considering he had already announced his intention of heading to Russia. The fact that the blueliner was willing to commit to three seasons away from the NHL does come as a surprise however. Given he managed just eight points in 41 outings last year -- split between Toronto and Detroit -- it may not be worth it to stash Marchenko away until he (potentially) returns to North America.

Marchenko will head to the KHL next season after being placed on unconditional waivers Monday, James Mirtle of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Marchenko was likely going to be watching from the press box more often than not this season. Combined with a $1.45 million cap hit, the Leafs obviously felt it wasn't worth it to retain the blueliner -- who they picked up off waivers last season. With the announcement he intends to play in the KHL, it is unlikely any NHL club will want to snatch him off the waiver wire.

Marchenko was designated for waivers by Toronto on Monday, according to agent Dan Milstein.

EDGE Analysis

This could just be a procedural move to allow the Leafs the ability to move Marchenko up and down between the NHL and AHL. However, it could also be linked to his $1.45 million cap hit as Toronto is already expected to rely on long-term injured reserve to stay below the cap. A statement is expected to be released Tuesday which should clarify the situation and what it means for the blueliner's future with Auston Matthews & Co.

Marchenko continues to see sporadic game time with the Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

His time with the Buds has been a couple games dressed, a couple games scratched. All told, Marchenko has played 11 games with the Leafs and tallied a goal and an assist. His sporadic playing time makes it difficult to even consider him as a fantasy option.

Marchenko scored his first goal of the season in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

It was sweet justice for the unassuming defender, as he spent his first 110 games with the Wings. Marchenko is a steady shot blocker, but not much of an offensive force.

Marchenko finally made his Leafs debut Thursday night after missing 10 games to injury.

EDGE Analysis

He skated with Jake Gardiner. Marchenko is a big and mobile skater who has been under the radar much of his young career. He makes smart decisions with the puck and is a good passer, but doesn't project as a big scorer in the NHL.

Marchenko was claimed off the waiver wire by the Maple Leafs on Saturday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Red Wings GM Ken Holland chose to waive Marchenko knowing that a more established defenseman in Brendan Smith (knee) would be coming off IR this weekend. As for the Russian, Marchenko has one year left on his standard two-way contract valued at $2.9 million before he'll become a restricted free agent. A true competitor with intentional experience, he seems to be a nice fit for a Toronto team that is quickly rebuilding under the foundation of young forward talents like Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner.

Marchenko was placed on waivers Friday with the intent of activating Brendan Smith (knee) from injured reserve, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's a bit surprising that Marchenko was the one to get the ax, as he's a tireless, and low-maintenance shot-blocking defenseman who the Red Wings utilized in the last two postseasons. Of course, there's a chance that he'll clear waivers and subsequently get sent to AHL Grand Rapids to remain within the Red Wings organization.

Marchenko was left with the dreaded 'DNP' next to his name for three straight games leading up to All-Star Weekend.

EDGE Analysis

There is no word of an injury to the Russian blueliner, but coach Jeff Blashill seems to prefer rolling out the cerebral Nick Jensen on the third pair with veteran Niklas Kronwall, who has been shuffling in and out of the lineup due to a recent groin injury and to avoid wear and tear on his bum knee. Detroit entered the 2016-17 campaign chock-full of talented forwards, but from a fantasy hockey perspective, it's been wasteland on the blue line outside of Mike Green and his 24 points in 41 contests. However, we still like Marchenko's long-term potential; he's a relentless two-way competitor who tends to do the dirty work such as getting in the way of pucks in front of the netminder -- he blocked 100 shots last season and has 44 this campaign.

Marchenko (shoulder) will be back for Thursday's game against the Kings, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Marchenko's return from a nine-game injury layoff comes at a great time, as the Wings saw a pair of defensemen -- Niklas Kronwall (lower body) and Brendan Smith (leg) -- depart with injuries in Wednesday's game against the Ducks. A true gamer skilled at blocking shots, Marchenko should find himself on the third pair with Xavier Ouellet. We like his potential to gain fantasy relevancy in the coming seasons.