Mihkeyev posted an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

Mikheyev had the lone helper on Jason Spezza's goal in the third period. The assist snapped a seven-game point drought for Mikheyev, who has just two helpers in nine November games. In 2019-20, the Russian winger has 12 points and 21 hits in 23 contests overall.

Mikheyev scored an empty-net goal on three shots and added an assist in Friday's 4-1 win over San Jose. He also led all players with a plus-4 rating.

EDGE Analysis

The 25-year-old Russian has been a revelation for the Leafs, providing four goals and five assists with a plus-9 rating through the first 12 games of his NHL career. He's getting the opportunity to play in a top-six role on a talented team and he's taking advantage so far. Ride him while he's hot.

Mikheyev scored his third goal of the season in a 4-3 loss to the Capitals, while also finishing with a team-high five shots.

EDGE Analysis

Coming over from the KHL, it was anybody's guess how Mikheyev's game would translate to the NHL style of play. Well, the winger has been highly effective to start the year, with seven points in eight games, and the Maple Leafs gamble on Mikheyev appears to be paying off in the early stages of the 2019-20 season. He's effectively replaced Kasperi Kapanen on Toronto's second line, so you'd be wise to add Mikheyev to your lineup, provided he's still available.

Mikheyev scored a goal and added an assist in Saturday's 5-2 victory over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Mikheyev has been a real pleasant surprise for the Leafs this season. He's smart and versatile, and he's always between the puck and net. Mikheyev has five points, including two goals, in six games this season while skating on the team's third line. Keep an eye on the Buds -- Mikheyev could go up the lines if Kasperi Kapanen can't get the job done with John Tavares and Mitch Marner. You'd be wise to stash him fast.

Mikheyev scored on his only shot and picked up an assist to go with a plus-2 rating in Toronto's 5-3 win over Ottawa on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

The 24-year-old rookie scored what proved to be the game-winner midway through the third period, one-timing a Tyson Barrie feed at the bottom of the right faceoff circle. He also assisted on a Trevor Moore goal in the second period. Mikheyev scored 23 goals in 62 games in the KHL in 2018-19 and could be a name to keep an eye on.

Mikheyev has impressed his coaches and teammates, and looks to be penciled in on the Leafs' third line heading toward Opening Night, reports Sportsnet.ca.

EDGE Analysis

Mickey is a virtual lock to skate beside Alexander Kerfoot on the third line. And teammate Auston Matthews has been impressed: "He plays a lot like [Pavel] Datsyuk. Really shifty, strong on the puck, good on his edges. I was really impressed." Mikheyev is a big, fast and intelligent winger that can play role. And he pays attention to details, which will make coach Mike Babcock very happy. Mickey might not get power-play time, but his even-strength contributions should be solid. The Leafs' third line will impress.