"With that, it ultimately concludes what has turned out to be a brutal 2025-26 campaign for Tanev and the Maple Leafs where he had spent more time on the sidelines than on the ice. The 36-year-old defenseman had missed almost two months of action earlier in the season due to a concussion. Following his return in late December, Tanev would subsequently suffer another groin injury just a few days later and had been on the injured reserve ever since."
"But now that the Maple Leafs are out of contention and looking to be big-time sellers at the trade deadline, Tanev and the rest of the Leafs organization did the right thing by putting his health first and not risk anything more that could potentially affect his future career. The prognosis following his surgery indicated that the 36-year-old defender should be ready by training camp this fall where he can be a force from the back end for the Maple Leafs once again."
"With that, Tanev concluded his 2025-26 season with Toronto playing in just 11 games in total, racking up just two assists, two hits and 15 blocked shots while averaging close to 18 minutes in ice time during his limited action this year."
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev ended his 2025-26 season after undergoing core muscle surgery on Wednesday. The 36-year-old veteran missed nearly two months due to a concussion earlier in the season, then suffered a groin injury upon his return in late December. Despite Toronto's playoff hopes revival in early 2026, the organization prioritized Tanev's health over potential return, recognizing the team's trade deadline positioning. Tanev appeared in only 11 games, recording two assists, two hits, and 15 blocked shots while averaging 18 minutes of ice time. Medical prognosis indicates he should be ready for training camp in fall.
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