Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Wed 3/14/18 3:00 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) remains unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Ducks.
EDGE Analysis
Tanev was hoping to rejoin the lineup for Wednesday's affair, but he will rest and rehab for at least a few more days. Alex Biega will draw in with Erik Gudbranson (shoulder) set to undergo a procedure, pushing Tanev's aim for a return to Saturday when the Canucks host the Sharks.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Sun 3/11/18 6:54 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Los Angeles, but has a chance of playing Wednesday against Anaheim.
EDGE Analysis
If Tanev's recovery doesn't progress enough for him to suit up Wednesday, a return Saturday against San Jose would be the next option. With Vancouver towards the bottom of the Western Conference, it's unlikely Tanev will be rushed back, but he should draw into the first or second pairing when he does return.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Tue 3/6/18 4:18 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) remains a "week to 10 away" from rejoining the lineup.
EDGE Analysis
Tanev's initial timetable slotted him for a return in mid-March and the latest update leaves him on track. The Canucks -- who have little to play for the rest of the way -- will likely be cautious with his recovery to avoid further injury. More information on the blueliner's return date should materialize as he draws closer to game action, but he's reportedly making some progress.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Wed 2/28/18 3:00 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) is approximately two weeks away from returning, according to Canucks coach Travis Green, Irfaan Gaffar of Sportsnet reports.
EDGE Analysis
A mobile blueliner when healthy, Tanev will miss his ninth consecutive game Wednesday, when the Canucks play host to the Rangers. Vancovuer currently has seven defensemen on the active roster while Tanev tends to his injury.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Thu 2/15/18 3:30 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) is on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.
EDGE Analysis
The 28-year-old defenseman is expected to sit out a fourth consecutive game Thursday, with the Canucks on the road to face the Sharks. Tanev's bread and butter comes in for of blocked shots, as he's redirected the puck 90-plus times in three straight seasons, but he doesn't chip in enough offense to warrant ownership in most fantasy setups.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Sun 2/11/18 1:57 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) will miss a week of action, Dan Murphy of Sportsnet reports.
EDGE Analysis
If you view a "week" charitably, Tanev might be able to return Saturday against the Bruins, Otherwise, it sounds like he won't be back in the lineup until next Tuesday at the earliest. This will lead to more playing time for Alex Biega in the interim.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Fri 2/9/18 5:39 PM

Tanev (undisclosed) won't play Friday against the Hurricanes.
EDGE Analysis
The specific nature of the 28-year-old blueliner's ailment remains unclear, but he'll have to wait for Sunday's matchup with the Stars for his next opportunity to taste game action. With Tanev unavailable, Alex Biega will slot into the lineup against Carolina.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Wed 1/31/18 3:22 AM

Tanev dished out three helpers in Tuesday's win over the Avalanche.
EDGE Analysis
It was a rare offensive outing for Tanev, who is more known for his play in his own zone. While he's picked up six helpers in his last five games, the 28-year-old has managed just 11 points in 34 games this season and isn't seeing power-play time. Tanev can certainly be valuable in some deep leagues due to his heavy minutes and blocked shots, but don't expect much offensively, as he barely shoots the puck and is counted on as a shutdown guy.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Fri 1/12/18 11:42 PM

Tanev blocked four shots over 19:18 of ice time in Friday's 5-2 road win over the Blue Jackets.
EDGE Analysis
The top-pairing defenseman skated to a minus-1 rating and was held off the scoresheet in this one, but the good news is that he looked like his typical fearless self, despite taking a puck to the face and losing six teeth in the process last Saturday.

Christopher Tanev
D TOR
Fri 1/12/18 11:23 AM

Tanev (mouth) will be active for Friday's road contest against the Blue Jackets.
EDGE Analysis
Speaking to the media about the ailment, Tanev said, "My two front bottom teeth got pushed all the way under my tongue." As wicked as that sounds, Tanev will be ready to reprise his role as a top-pairing right defenseman alongside Ben Hutton. However, he's a low-end fantasy contributor with just six points through 27 games.