Possible Reinforcements on Way as Maple Leafs Look to Curb Mediocrity

Possible reinforcements on way as Maple Leafs look to curb mediocrity

Defenceman Chris Tanev likely will return to the Maple Leafs lineup on Saturday, with William Nylander a good possibility, too.

Maple Leafs' Boost: Tanev and Nylander Eye Win Against Flyers

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to receive critical boosts with the returns of defenseman Chris Tanev and forward William Nylander. Tanev has cleared concussion protocol and participated fully in practice, preparing to reinforce the team’s struggling defense. Meanwhile, Nylander, the team's leading scorer, is recovering from a lower-body injury but remains uncertain about his availability for the next game. Both players are expected to enhance t…

Tanev, Nylander returns should give Maple Leafs needed boost

Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev has now checked off all the boxes in his return-to-play protocol, while William Nylander's status depends how he feels when he wakes up.

Maple Leafs Likely To Activate Chris Tanev From Injured Reserve

Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev told reporters today, including David Alter of The Hockey News, that he’s cleared concussion protocol and is likely to play Saturday against the Flyers. He’ll need to come off injured reserve to do so, meaning the team must create a roster spot before tomorrow night. Dakota Mermis was the player recalled when Tanev landed on IR last week and could return to AHL Toronto after sitting as a healthy scratch in thre…