Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi is facing a pause in his NHL career following surgery. The Maple Leafs revealed Domi underwent surgery for an issue he encountered during the 2025-26 season. Details about the procedure remain confidential, but it’s known that the 31-year-old will be out indefinitely due to complications.
The announcement of Domi’s indefinite absence in the offseason caught many by surprise, particularly as Domi played 80 games last season. His performance remains noteworthy, as evidenced by his play against the Washington Capitals on April 8, 2026.
Details and Complications
While specific details have been scarce, the Toronto Sun has reported that Domi underwent surgery on his back and faced challenges such as being unable to walk post-procedure. This has raised concerns about his readiness for the upcoming season.
Domi consulted his own choice of surgeon rather than using the one the Leafs recommended, a decision not uncommon in professional sports.
“Whatever happened here wasn’t deemed successful. Apparently, Domi could not walk in the days following surgery, which created significant alarm,” stated Steve Simmons.
Domi’s Impact on the Team
Since joining the Maple Leafs as a free agent in 2023, Domi has been a valuable player, participating in a minimum of 74 games each season. In the 2025-26 season, he scored 12 goals and accumulated 36 points.
Domi’s past highlights include a career-high 72 points during the 2018-19 season with the Montreal Canadiens.
Mark Harris reports for OutKick.