The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to deal with a growing list of injuries.
Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported that defenceman Chris Tanev could be set for a lengthy absence. The team announced that Tanev will not play against the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday with a lower-body injury
Tanev previously missed the last 23 games with an upper-body injury. The Leafs will get a better idea of his timeline either Tuesday or Wednesday, Friedman added.
Captain Auston Matthews is a game-time decision after suffering a lower-body injury while blocking a shot Sunday against the Detroit Red Wings.
Dakota Joshua will not suit up with an upper-body injury he suffered against the Red Wings. Friedman reported that Joshua injured his kidney and is still in Detroit getting treatment.
William Nylander also remains day-to-day after suffering a lower-body injury during Saturday's game against the Ottawa Senators
Meanwhile, defenceman Brandon Carlo, who has been out since Nov. 13 with a lower-body injury, took part in Tuesday's morning skate prior to working with the team's return-to-play staff.
With the team banged up, defenceman Matt Benning and forward Jacob Quillan were recalled from the AHL's Toronto Marlies.
The Leafs host the Devils at 7 p.m. ET on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.
