Chris Tanev leaves game with upper-body injury for Maple Leafs
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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Chris Tanev left Saturday's game against the Colorado Avalanche and will not return due to an upper-body injury. The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Tanev's injury during the game, noting his absence from the bench. His injury is particularly concerning as he only played 11 games last season and has faced ongoing health issues, sparking speculation about his career. The Maple Leafs, currently with a record of 2-2-1, hope Tanev's injury will not sideline him for an extended period.
- •Chris Tanev left the game against Colorado with an upper-body injury.
- •Maple Leafs announced he would not return to the game.
- •Tanev has a history of injuries, having played only 11 games last season.
- •Toronto Maple Leafs current record stands at 2-2-1.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — Chris Tanev Injury: What Happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs Defenseman?
"The Toronto Maple Leafs have another key injury to their defense core as Chris Tanev left Saturday's game and won't return due to an injury. The post Chris Tanev Injury: What Happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs Defenseman? appeared first on HEAVY.
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