Menzinger
Kessel4LadyByng
Who knows where he would be most comfortable? He might find being at home distracting. He might find it frustrating going back to a SHL team that gave him very little ice time last year. On the other hand he might love it. But, this is a player whose family moved when he was young to open more doors for his hockey development. I think he will be happiest going where the Leafs his development will be best. I have no idea where that will be.
I agree - but it's a decision best made by the player. I don't automatically think he needs to be brought to North America, especially if he'd prefer another year in the SHL.