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Maxime Comtois (born January 8, 1999) is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger for HC Dynamo Moscow of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). He has previously played in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Anaheim Ducks and Carolina Hurricanes.

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Playing career

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Comtois was drafted by the Victoriaville Tigres third overall in the 2015 QMJHL Entry Draft.[1] On June 24, 2017, Comtois was selected in the second round, 50th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. He signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Ducks on March 3, 2018.[2]

Comtois made the Ducks' 2018 opening night roster out of training camp.[3] On October 3, 2018, he made his professional debut in the Ducks' 2018–19 season opener in San Jose and scored his first professional goal in the first minute of the game, on his first shot attempt at goaltender Martin Jones.[4] The Ducks went on to win the game 5–2. Comtois contributed to be amongst the Ducks scoring leaders to start the season, scoring 7 points in his first 10 games before suffering an injury. On his return he was assigned to AHL affiliate, the San Diego Gulls, before he was returned to his junior club, the Drummondville Voltigeurs of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) on November 24, 2018.[5]

Following his fifth season within the Ducks organization, as a pending restricted free agent Comtois was not tendered a qualifying offer by the Ducks and was released as a free agent on July 1, 2023.[6] Several months later, on September 12, Comtois signed a professional tryout agreement with the Vegas Golden Knights;[7] he was subsequently released on October 9, after the conclusion of the preseason.[8]

On October 16, 2023, without a NHL contract to begin the 2023–24 season, Comtois opted to continue his career in the AHL by signing a one-year contract with independent club, the Chicago Wolves.[9] Contributing offensively with the Wolves, Comtois was signed to a one-year, two-way contract with the Carolina Hurricanes for the remainder of the season on March 4, 2024.[10] He featured in one regular season game, providing an assist, and one playoff game with the Hurricanes.

As a free agent in the following off-season, Comtois signed a one-year contract with HC Dynamo Moscow of the KHL, on July 18, 2024.[11]

International play

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Medal record
Representing  Canada
Ice hockey
World Championships
Gold medal – first place 2021 Latvia
Silver medal – second place 2022 Finland
World Junior Championships
Gold medal – first place 2018 United States

On December 25, 2018, Comtois was named captain for Canada national junior team while they competed at the 2019 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.[12] He is the only player to return from the 2018 gold medal-winning team.[13] On December 26, Comtois scored four goals in a 14–0 win over Denmark national junior team in the first game of the tournament.[14] Comtois became the fifth player from Team Canada to score four goals in a World Juniors game, with the last being Taylor Raddysh in 2017.[15] After Canada was eliminated from the tournament, Comtois revealed he had been playing with a separated shoulder.[16]

Career statistics

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Regular season and playoffs

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Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM
2015–16 Victoriaville Tigres QMJHL 64 26 34 60 68 5 1 5 6 4
2016–17 Victoriaville Tigres QMJHL 64 22 29 51 88 4 1 0 1 8
2017–18 Victoriaville Tigres QMJHL 54 44 41 85 79 13 4 8 12 16
2018–19 Anaheim Ducks NHL 10 2 5 7 7 — — — — —
2018–19 San Diego Gulls AHL 4 1 0 1 2 12 5 4 9 4
2018–19 Drummondville Voltigeurs QMJHL 25 31 17 48 32 16 11 4 15 24
2019–20 San Diego Gulls AHL 31 9 15 24 53 — — — — —
2019–20 Anaheim Ducks NHL 29 5 6 11 24 — — — — —
2020–21 Anaheim Ducks NHL 55 16 17 33 40 — — — — —
2021–22 Anaheim Ducks NHL 52 6 10 16 46 — — — — —
2022–23 Anaheim Ducks NHL 64 9 10 19 76 — — — — —
2023–24 Chicago Wolves AHL 65 19 25 44 109 — — — — —
2023–24 Carolina Hurricanes NHL 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0
2024–25 Dynamo Moscow KHL 62 21 29 50 99 15 7 6 13 26
NHL totals 211 38 49 87 193 1 0 0 0 0
KHL totals 62 21 29 50 99 15 7 6 13 26

International

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Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2016 Canada IH18 5th 4 4 1 5 8
2017 Canada U18 5th 5 2 0 2 28
2018 Canada WJC 1st place, gold medalist(s) 7 3 3 6 4
2019 Canada WJC 6th 5 5 1 6 8
2021 Canada WC 1st place, gold medalist(s) 10 4 2 6 14
2022 Canada WC 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 10 3 4 7 29
Junior totals 21 14 5 19 48
Senior totals 20 7 6 13 43

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Maxime Comtois is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger currently playing for HC Dynamo Moscow of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).[1] Born on January 8, 1999, in Longueuil, Quebec, he stands 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 210 pounds, shooting left-handed.[2] Selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the second round, 50th overall, of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft, Comtois has appeared in 211 NHL games, recording 38 goals and 49 assists for 87 points.[2][3] Comtois honed his skills in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) with the Victoriaville Tigres from 2014 to 2018, where he amassed 123 goals and 121 assists in 205 games, including 44 goals in 54 games during the 2017–18 season that earned him a spot on the QMJHL Second All-Star Team.[4][2][5] Internationally, he represented Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championship, winning gold in 2018 with six points in seven games and serving as captain in 2019, where he notably scored four goals in a single game against Denmark during a 14–0 victory.[6][7] Earlier, he contributed to Canada's gold medal at the 2016 IIHF U18 World Championship.[8] Comtois made his NHL debut with the Ducks on October 3, 2018, against the San Jose Sharks, scoring his first career goal just 49 seconds into the game.[9] Over five seasons with Anaheim (2018–2023), he established himself as a power forward, leading the team with 16 goals in the 2020–21 season amid a challenging COVID-19 shortened campaign.[10] Signed as a free agent by the Carolina Hurricanes on March 4, 2024, he played one NHL game for them before signing with Dynamo Moscow on July 18, 2024, following a strong AHL season with the Chicago Wolves where he posted 44 points in 65 games.[1][2][11] During the 2024–25 KHL season, Comtois emerged as a breakout performer with 21 goals and 29 assists in 62 games, drawing interest for a potential NHL return, though he continued with Dynamo Moscow for the 2025–26 season.[12][13]

Early life and junior career

Early life

Maxime Comtois was born on January 8, 1999, in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada.[13] He grew up in a hockey-oriented family, with his father, Stephane Comtois, instilling a deep passion for the sport despite Stephane's own promising career being halted by injuries.[14] The family frequently attended Montreal Canadiens games at the Bell Centre, exposing young Comtois to Quebec's vibrant hockey culture and fostering his early interest in the game.[14] Comtois's initial hockey experiences took place in Quebec's minor hockey system, where he developed his skills with the Association Hockey Mineur de Ste-Martine (AHM Ste-Martine), a local youth organization near his hometown.[13] This foundational training in the province's community-based leagues emphasized fundamental play and teamwork, reflecting the strong emphasis on grassroots hockey development in the region.[13]

Junior career

Comtois was selected third overall by the Victoriaville Tigres in the 2015 QMJHL Entry Draft.[13] In his rookie 2015–16 season with the Tigres, he recorded 26 goals and 34 assists for 60 points in 62 games, earning a spot on the QMJHL All-Rookie Team.[15][13] The following year, 2016–17, Comtois tallied 22 goals and 29 assists in 64 games, contributing to a playoff appearance despite the team's early exit.[15] His breakout came in the 2017–18 season, where he led the Tigres with 44 goals and 41 assists for 85 points in 54 games, helping the team reach the QMJHL finals and earning Second All-Star Team honors.[15][2] Over three seasons with Victoriaville, Comtois amassed 92 goals and 104 assists in 180 regular-season games.[15] Prior to the 2017 NHL Entry Draft, scouts praised Comtois as a power forward with strong scoring ability, quick puck release, and physical presence around the net, projecting him as a reliable middle-six NHL winger.[16] The Anaheim Ducks selected him in the second round, 50th overall.[2] On June 1, 2018, Comtois was traded to the Drummondville Voltigeurs in exchange for multiple draft picks and players.[13] In the 2018–19 season, he exploded offensively with 31 goals and 17 assists in just 25 games before leaving for professional opportunities, adding 11 goals in 16 playoff games as Drummondville advanced deep into the postseason.[15] Across his QMJHL career, spanning 205 games with both teams, Comtois totaled 123 goals and 121 assists for 244 points.[4]

Professional career

Anaheim Ducks

On March 3, 2018, Comtois signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Anaheim Ducks, marking his transition from junior hockey to the professional ranks.[17] Comtois earned a spot on the Ducks' opening night roster for the 2018–19 season and made his NHL debut on October 3, 2018, against the San Jose Sharks, where he scored his first career NHL goal just 49 seconds into the game.[2] After appearing in 10 games with Anaheim that season, recording two goals and five assists, he was reassigned to the Ducks' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the San Diego Gulls, to continue his development.[15] From 2018 to 2023, Comtois split his time between the Ducks and the Gulls, experiencing multiple call-ups and demotions as he adjusted to professional play. In the 2019–20 season, he began in San Diego before being recalled on October 7, 2019, only to be reassigned on November 12 after limited production; he was recalled again on December 3 and later sent down on January 16, 2020, ultimately playing 29 NHL games that year with five goals and six assists.[18][19] The shortened 2020–21 season saw him establish himself in the NHL lineup, appearing in 55 games and leading the Ducks in scoring with 16 goals and 33 points. Subsequent seasons featured more consistent NHL time, though he continued to shuttle between levels early on, contributing to a total of 38 goals and 48 assists in 210 games with Anaheim over his tenure.[2][20] Comtois's time with the Ducks concluded on July 1, 2023, when the organization opted not to tender him a qualifying offer as a restricted free agent, allowing him to enter unrestricted free agency.[21]

2023–present

Following his departure from the Anaheim Ducks as an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2023, Comtois signed a professional tryout agreement with the Vegas Golden Knights on September 12, 2023, attending their training camp in hopes of earning a roster spot. Despite a strong showing in preseason, including competitive performances in exhibition games, he was released by the organization on October 10, 2023, without securing a contract.[22] On October 16, 2023, Comtois inked a one-year contract with the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League (AHL), the primary affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes at the time.[23] During the 2023–24 season, he established himself as a key offensive contributor for the Wolves, recording 19 goals and 25 assists for 44 points in 65 games, while accumulating 109 penalty minutes and demonstrating his physical, two-way presence on the ice.[4] These totals highlighted his scoring touch and playmaking ability in the AHL, where he often played on the top lines and contributed to the team's power play. On March 4, 2024, Comtois signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Carolina Hurricanes worth $775,000 at the NHL level and $250,000 in the AHL, for the remainder of the 2023–24 season.[11] He made his debut with the Hurricanes on March 16, 2024, against the Vancouver Canucks, registering one assist in his only NHL appearance of the season while averaging 13:04 of ice time.[2] The limited NHL opportunity came amid Carolina's push for the playoffs, after which Comtois returned to the Wolves, finishing the year without additional NHL call-ups. Comtois became an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2024, after his contract with Carolina expired.[24] In the 2024–25 offseason, he attracted renewed NHL interest, including reported offers from teams such as the Detroit Red Wings in May 2025, as scouts evaluated his potential return following overseas play.[25] Over this transitional period from 2023 to 2025, Comtois amassed 19 goals and 25 assists in 65 AHL games with the Wolves, underscoring his consistent production at that level amid efforts to re-establish himself in the NHL.[4]

Kontinental Hockey League

Following a challenging period in North American professional hockey, Maxime Comtois signed a one-year contract with HC Dynamo Moscow of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) on July 18, 2024.[26] As a left winger, Comtois quickly adapted to the KHL's emphasis on puck possession, structured play, and physicality, leveraging his size (6'2", 215 lbs) and shooting ability to contribute offensively on Dynamo's top lines.[27] His transition was marked by consistent production, helping Dynamo secure second place in the Western Conference with 89 points during the 2024–25 regular season.[28] In his KHL debut season, Comtois recorded 21 goals and 29 assists for 50 points in 62 regular-season games, ranking third on the team behind Nikita Gusev (69 points) and Jordan Weal (51 points).[29] He also led the league in penalty minutes with 99, reflecting his aggressive style while maintaining strong plus-minus rating of +18.[30] In the playoffs, Comtois emerged as Dynamo's leading scorer with 7 goals and 6 assists for 13 points in 15 games, outpacing teammates like Gusev and Weal (both 11 points).[31] Dynamo advanced to the Western Conference finals but fell in round three to Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, the eventual Gagarin Cup champions.[32][28] Comtois's breakout performance revitalized his career, drawing NHL interest from teams like the Detroit Red Wings in the offseason.[33] On July 28, 2025, he signed a one-year contract extension with Dynamo, committing to the club for the 2025–26 season.[34] As of November 18, 2025, Comtois has recorded 6 goals and 10 assists for 16 points in 23 games, continuing to play as a key left winger for Dynamo, contributing to their position fourth in the Western Conference with 31 points after 22 games.[35]

International career

Junior level

Maxime Comtois represented Canada at multiple international junior tournaments, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the global stage. Selected for Team Canada based on his strong performance in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), where he demonstrated consistent offensive production and physical play, Comtois first competed at the under-18 level, including the 2016 and 2017 IIHF U18 World Championships and the 2016 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, before advancing to the World Junior Championships (WJC). His international junior career highlighted his role as a key forward, contributing both goals and tenacity in high-stakes competitions.[7] In the 2018 IIHF World Under-20 Championship held in Buffalo, New York, Comtois helped Canada secure the gold medal, defeating Sweden 3–1 in the final. Playing in all seven games, he recorded three goals and three assists for six points, tying for the team lead in scoring among returnees the following year, while posting a +6 rating that underscored his defensive reliability alongside offensive output. This performance solidified his reputation as a clutch performer in tournament play.[15][4] Comtois returned as captain for the 2019 IIHF World Under-20 Championship in Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia, where he led a young Canadian squad emphasizing leadership and intensity. In the tournament opener, he delivered a standout performance with four goals in a 14–0 rout of Denmark, tying a Canadian record for most goals in a single WJC game and contributing significantly to Canada's undefeated preliminary round. Over five games, he tallied five goals and one assist for six points before Canada's quarterfinal exit. Despite the team's sixth-place finish, Comtois's captaincy highlighted his maturity and scoring prowess under pressure.[36][15][37] Across his junior international career with Canada, including appearances at the 2016 and 2017 IIHF U18 World Championships and the 2016 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, Comtois accumulated 28 games played, 15 goals, and 6 assists for 21 points, emphasizing his development as a dynamic winger in under-20 competitions.[38][13]

Senior level

Comtois made his senior international debut with Team Canada at the 2021 IIHF World Championship in Riga, Latvia, following a breakout season with the Anaheim Ducks where he tallied 16 goals and 17 assists in 55 NHL games, highlighting his growth as a power forward capable of contributing offensively at the professional level.[2] Selected at age 22 as one of the tournament's younger players, Comtois provided physicality and scoring depth on the forward lines, drawing on his junior experience while adapting to the senior stage.[39] Over 10 games, he recorded 4 goals and 2 assists for 6 points, including a power-play goal against the United States and another to tie the score in a preliminary round match.[40] His efforts helped Canada secure the gold medal, culminating in a 3-2 overtime victory over Finland in the final, where Comtois scored on the power play early in the second period to tie the game at 1-1.[41][42] This debut underscored Comtois's professional development, as his NHL experience enhanced his role in high-stakes international play, blending speed, shot power, and forechecking to support Canada's defensive structure and transition game. The gold medal victory marked Canada's first World Championship title since 2016 and affirmed Comtois's readiness for senior competition after years of junior success.[42] Returning for the 2022 IIHF World Championship in Helsinki and Tampere, Finland, Comtois built on his prior experience, again serving as a bottom-six forward valued for his physical presence and penalty-killing contributions amid a roster blending NHL stars and prospects.[43] In 10 games, he notched 3 goals and 4 assists for 7 points, with 29 penalty minutes reflecting his aggressive style, while adding timely offense like a goal in a 5-2 win over Germany.[44] His most notable moment came in the gold medal game against Finland, where he tied the score at 1-1 in the first period with a tip-in from a Mat Barzal pass, forcing overtime despite Canada's eventual 4-3 shootout loss and earning silver.[45] This performance further tied his international role to ongoing NHL maturation, showcasing improved decision-making under pressure.[46]

Career statistics

Club career

Maxime Comtois's club career statistics encompass his performances in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), American Hockey League (AHL), National Hockey League (NHL), and Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), including regular season and playoff games where applicable.[13]

QMJHL Statistics

Regular Season
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2015-16Victoriaville Tigres6226346068
2016-17Victoriaville Tigres6422295188
2017-18Victoriaville Tigres5444418579
2018-19Drummondville Voltigeurs2531174832
Total205123121244267
Playoffs
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2015-16Victoriaville Tigres51564
2016-17Victoriaville Tigres41018
2017-18Victoriaville Tigres13481216
2018-19Drummondville Voltigeurs161141524
Total3817173452
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AHL Statistics

Regular Season
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2018-19San Diego Gulls41012
2019-20San Diego Gulls319152453
2023-24Chicago Wolves65192544109
Total100294069164
Playoffs
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2018-19San Diego Gulls125494
Total125494
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NHL Statistics

Regular Season
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2018-19Anaheim Ducks102577
2019-20Anaheim Ducks29561124
2020-21Anaheim Ducks5516173340
2021-22Anaheim Ducks526101646
2022-23Anaheim Ducks649101976
2023-24Carolina Hurricanes10110
Total211384987193
Playoffs
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2023-24Carolina Hurricanes10000
Total10000
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KHL Statistics

Regular Season
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2024-25HC Dynamo Moscow6221295099
2025-26HC Dynamo Moscow23691556
Total85273865155
Playoffs
SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM
2024-25HC Dynamo Moscow15761326
Total15761326
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International

Comtois has represented Canada at the international level in several tournaments, earning gold medals at the 2018 World Junior Championship and the 2021 IIHF World Championship, a silver medal at the 2022 IIHF World Championship, and serving as captain at the 2019 World Junior Championship.[13] His international statistics across these events are summarized below:
TournamentGPGAPtsPIMNotes
2016 IIHF U18 World Championship (Gold)711212
2018 World Junior Championship (Gold)73364
2019 World Junior Championship (5th place, Captain)55168Scored 4 goals in a single game against Denmark
2021 IIHF World Championship (Gold)1042614
2022 IIHF World Championship (Silver)1034729
Totals3916112767
These figures reflect his contributions in official IIHF-sanctioned competitions at the junior and senior levels.[13][47][8]

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  35. Regular KHL 2025/2026 - KHL Standings - KHL.RU
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  45. Team Canada takes silver at IIHF World Championship
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