Toronto Maple Leafs lose Max Domi indefinitely after surgery setback
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi is out indefinitely after experiencing complications from an undisclosed offseason surgery.
The franchise confirmed the news on Monday, stating the 31-year-old will undergo continued evaluation by medical staff ahead of September’s training camp.
He previously played through the unrevealed ailment during a challenging 2025-26 regular season for the Canadian club.
A difficult campaign for player and club
The versatile winger featured in all but two games last term, registering 12 goals and 36 points to mark his highest offensive yield in four years.
However, those individual scoring totals were overshadowed by a career-worst minus-29 rating on the ice.
It proved to be a dismal year for the Eastern Conference side, who finished second-bottom of the standings and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
Front office overhaul and draft focus
This prolonged medical absence arrives amid a period of significant transition for the organisation.
Newly appointed general manager John Chayka is actively searching for a fresh head coach after dismissing Craig Berube just two years into his coaching tenure.
While navigating the prominent coaching vacancy, Chayka and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin are finalising preparations for next month’s NHL Entry Draft.
Following their recent draft lottery victory, the rebuilding franchise currently holds the coveted first overall selection on 26 June.