"The 2025-26 season has been a rough go from an injury standpoint for the Toronto Maple Leafs. They've missed both Auston Matthews and William Nylander for significant periods of time, they've been without goaltender Anthony Stolarz for all but the first month of the season, and with the exception of a two-game return in December, they've been without defensive stalwart Chris Tanev in that time, too."
"It was reported on January 4 that Tanev was considering surgery for a groin injury that would see him miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season, but to date, no such surgery has occurred. Head coach Craig Berube confirmed as such to reporters on Wednesday. "He's still working through things," Berube told reporters at morning skate. "He hasn't got surgery yet. We're still working through things." Berube then confirmed that Tanev was behind the call to put off surgery. "That's him. He wants to play.""
Toronto Maple Leafs have endured a season of major injuries, losing Auston Matthews, William Nylander and most of goaltender Anthony Stolarz's time, with Chris Tanev also sidelined except for two December games. Tanev has considered groin surgery that could end his season, but he has not undergone the operation and has chosen to delay it. Head coach Craig Berube confirmed that Tanev wants to play and remains involved in the decision. The team must weigh short-term lineup benefits against Tanev's long-term health and is seeking defensive insurance while remaining open to a compromise if Tanev can contribute. The Leafs face Detroit, Vegas and Colorado this week.
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