Klingberg is trying to resurrect his career after spending more than a year working his way back from double hip resurfacing surgery.

John Klingberg's potential NHL comeback has piqued a lot of interest, which means there's some unfortunate news regarding his chances of reuniting with Toronto.

Klingberg hasn't played an NHL game since being in the lineup for Toronto vs. the Vancouver Canucks on Nov. 11, 2023.

John Klingberg back to Toronto? Insider reveals Leafs leading the race for the veteran defenseman, with Oilers and Senators also in the mix.

Injuries usually pile up as a season progresses, which has been the case for the Maple Leafs — especially on the backend. Veteran defensemen Jake McCabe (upper body) and Jani Hakanpaa (knee) are currently on injured reserve, meaning it wouldn't be shocking if general manager Brad Treliving wanted to add another defender shortly.

The 32-year-old right-shot defenceman has not played since being placed on long-term injured reserve on November 23, 2023. Klingberg played 14 games last season with the Toronto Maple Leafs before being shut down for the remainder of the season following bilateral hip surgery.

John Klingberg is closing in on an NHL return, and the Maple Leafs, Senators and Oilers are all reportedly interested in the veteran D-man.

Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg is nearing a return to the NHL. He is an unrestricted free agent and last played for Toronto last season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are favorites to sign former All-Star defenseman John Klingberg, according to Darren Dreger. The post Insider: Maple Leafs Are ‘Front Runners’ to Sign Former All-Star Defenseman appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly expressed interest in former Leaf John Klingberg. The Swedish defenceman hasn’t played an NHL game in over a year.

Dreger listed the Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators, and Edmonton Oilers as key teams to watch as Klingberg nears a decision. The Maple Leafs originally signed Klingberg to just a one-