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Maple Leafs coach updates on injured veterans Tanev and Tavares

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:20 AM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Maple Leafs coach updates on injured veterans Tanev and Tavares

Summary

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller provided an update on injured veterans Chris Tanev and John Tavares during practice. Tanev has been on the injured reserve since October 12 due to an upper-body injury, while Tavares has been sidelined since October 17 with a lower-body injury. Hiller noted that Tanev is skating on the ice and progressing well with one-on-one drills, indicating a potential return soon. The Maple Leafs are currently enjoying a four-game winning streak, including a recent victory over the Edmonton Oilers. The team has high hopes that the return of both players will enhance their performance this season.

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Status Watch

•Chris Tanev on IR since October 12 with an upper-body injury.
•John Tavares on IR since October 17 with a lower-body injury.
•Hiller reports Tanev is skating and progressing in recovery.
•Maple Leafs are on a four-game winning streak.
•Recent win includes a 7-2 blowout against the Oilers.

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3:20 AMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs HC Jim Hiller Provides Update on Injured Veterans

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Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller provided an update on two of the team’s injured players, veterans Chris Tanev and John Tavares.Tanev has been on the IR since October 12, retroactive to October 10, with an upper-body injury, while Tavares has been on the IR since October 17 with a lower-body injury.The Maple Leafs […] The post Maple Leafs HC Jim Hiller Provides Update on Injured Veterans appeared first on HEAVY.
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