Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube provided an update on Chris Tanev’s injury ahead of Thursday’s matchup with the Florida Panthers. With the postseason approaching, Tanev’s absence has been a significant concern for Toronto.

The Toronto Maple Leafs got a huge boost toward the return of Chris Tanev to the lineup as the veteran defenseman was activated off the IR on Thursday.

This just in, the Toronto Maple Leafs have announced the veteran defenseman Chris Tanev has been activated from the injured reserve. Tanev, unfortunately, is not expected in the lineup for the Leafs tonight against the Florida Panthers.

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev is considered a game-time decision Thursday against the Florida Panthers, after missing the past six games due to an upper-body injury, head coach Craig Berube confirmed.