Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg has been placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) due to an undisclosed ailment. Head coach Sheldon Keefe stated that Klingberg is working through the process to determine the next steps, including the possibility of surgery. The LTIR designation ensures Klingberg will be out of the lineup until at least Dec. 12. In response, the Maple Leafs have recalled forward Alex Steeves from the Toronto Marlies, who leads the Marlies in scoring with 18 points in 12 games. Klingberg's last appearance was on Nov. 11 when Toronto defeated the Vancouver Canucks 5-2. The impact of Klingberg's LTIR status on Toronto's cap is being discussed.
From @markhmasters & @reporterchris - How having John Klingberg on LTIR can help the Leafs in the short term: https://t.co/dfhtjqNebc https://t.co/EGXm7aSyaC
The Maple Leafs placed defenseman John Klingberg on long-term injured reserve Thursday. Klingberg last appeared in a game on Nov. 11 when Toronto downed the Vancouver Canucks 5-2. How does this impact Toronto’s cap?https://t.co/18Cuaq0aPe
It's not yet been determined if John Klingberg will require surgery beyond his rehab. Still time to work through the process of what's next. The LTIR designation guarantees Klingberg will be out of the #leafs lineup until at least Dec. 12.
Klingberg placed on LTIR by #LeafsForever My @NHLdotcom story: https://t.co/xwOP54FJfP
The #Leafs announce that John Klingberg has been placed on LTIR. Alex Steeves, who leads the Marlies in scoring with 18 points in 12 games, has been recalled.
The @MapleLeafs have recalled F Alex Steeves from the @TorontoMarlies. D John Klingberg has been placed on long-term injured reserve.
What exactly is Klingberg's status? Keefe: "His status is that he is working through things to determine what is going to be the next steps for him." #Leafs
Sheldon Keefe says the ailing John Klingberg is "working through things to determine what's next for him."