The Hockey News’ David Alter shared an update from Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving, who said that John Klingberg is set to undergo hip surgery at the end of the month. This surgery will end the 31-year-old defenseman’s season. Klingberg was moved to long-term injured reserve at the end of November without disclosing the injury at the time. He will now miss … [Read more...] about John Klingberg To Have Hip Surgery, Done For The Season
Samsonov Returns To Practice, Departs Early
Per a team announcement, the AHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Toronto Marlies, announced they have signed defenseman Cameron Gaunce to a professional tryout. Already a solid defensive team sitting at 10th in the AHL in terms of goals against, Gaunce’s experience on the blue line should help strengthen the Marlies defensive core even more.[SOURCE LINK]After having … [Read more...] about Samsonov Returns To Practice, Departs Early
Giordano Out 4-6 Weeks With Broken Finger
Having been out of the lineup since November 28th, it appears that the Toronto Maple Leafs will be without defenseman Mark Giordano for quite some time. In a report earlier today, Kevin Weekes of ESPN indicated that Giordano suffered a broken finger in the team’s game against the Florida Panthers, and will be out for four to six weeks. Already having rumored interest in several … [Read more...] about Giordano Out 4-6 Weeks With Broken Finger
Ilya Samsonov Remains Out With Illness
Ilya Samsonov was absent from Toronto Maple Leafs practice today as he’s still dealing with an illness. Samsonov’s illness led to veteran Martin Jones being recalled on an emergency basis, and he backed up Joseph Woll for last night’s game against the Boston Bruins. Since the Maple Leafs next play Thursday, one would assume that Samsonov will be ready to play by then, although … [Read more...] about Ilya Samsonov Remains Out With Illness
Maple Leafs Still Waiting For Update On Klingberg’s Injury
Last weekend, it was suggested that the Maple Leafs would have further clarity on John Klingberg’s undisclosed injury. Namely, they need to know if he will need potential season-ending surgery. Speaking with reporters today including Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun (Twitter link), head coach Sheldon Keefe indicated that they have not received an update on the veteran’s status … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Still Waiting For Update On Klingberg’s Injury