The Toronto Maple Leafs have made significant roster moves following injuries to key players. Defenseman Mermis has been placed on injured reserve (IR) after a knee-on-knee collision during Monday’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The incident, which involved Gage Goncalves, resulted in a scrum and several penalties.
Maple Leafs Roster Changes: Mermis and Thrun
Mermis had participated in 11 games this season, contributing one goal to the team. In a strategic move, the Maple Leafs have recalled Thrun to the roster. At 24 years old, Thrun was acquired from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Ryan Reaves during the off-season. He has yet to make his debut with the Maple Leafs but brings valuable experience from his 119 NHL games with the Sharks, where he scored five goals and provided 20 assists.
Injury Updates: Rielly and Woll
In other Maple Leafs news, defenseman Morgan Rielly missed practice on Wednesday due to illness, further impacting the team’s defensive lineup. However, there is positive news regarding goalie Joseph Woll, who has been recovering from a lower-body injury since December 4. Woll returned to the ice and is eligible to come off IR as early as Thursday.
Summary of Key Events
- Mermis injured and placed on IR after Monday’s game.
- Thrun recalled from the AHL to join the roster.
- Rielly absent from practice due to illness.
- Woll returns to the ice, eligible to come off IR on Thursday.
These roster adjustments reflect the ongoing challenges faced by the Maple Leafs as they navigate injuries while striving for success in the current season.
