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Leafs place Klingberg on long-term injured reserve

TORONTO – The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenceman John Klingberg on long-term injured reserve Thursday and recalled forward Alex Steeves from their American Hockey League affiliate.

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The 31-year-old Klingberg has five assists over 14 games with the Maple Leafs this season. Injury details were not disclosed but the Swede is reported to be dealing with a hip issue.

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Klingberg signed a US$4.15-million, one-year contract with the Maple Leafs last July.

He had 10 goals and 23 assists in 67 games last season with the Anaheim Ducks and the Minnesota Wild.

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Steeves had 18 points (11-7) over 14 games with the Toronto Marlies this season.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 23, 2023.

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