Overview
- The team announced during the game that Tanev would not return after sustaining an upper-body injury against New Jersey.
- The 35-year-old was hurt early in the second period when Dawson Mercer’s head collided with him in front of the Toronto net.
- He needed assistance leaving the ice and went straight to the locker room, finishing with 5:57 of ice time and a minus-one rating.
- New Jersey converted on the ensuing power play after a failed Toronto challenge and extended the lead minutes later.
- With his status under evaluation, reports indicate Philippe Myers or a call-up from the Toronto Marlies could fill in short term.