Who are Chris Tanev's Parents, Sophie Tanev and Mike Tanev?

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Christopher Tanev is an ice hockey defenceman playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as of May 2025. He began his NHL career with the Vancouver Canucks, signing with them as an undrafted free agent in May 2010. Tanev made his NHL debut in January 2011. He was part of the Canucks' playoff run in 2011, even making an appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals.

Tanev had a standout moment in 2020, scoring an overtime goal in a playoff game against the Minnesota Wild, which helped the Canucks advance. After 10 seasons with the Canucks, he signed with the Calgary Flames in 2020. He was then traded to the Dallas Stars in February 2024 before joining the Toronto Maple Leafs in July 2024 on a six-year, $27 million contract.

Chris Tanev's Parents

Chris Tanev’s parents are Sophie Tanev and Mike Tanev, as per the official website of the NHL. His father, Mike, attended East York Collegiate Institute and is a close friend of Chris Stamkos, Steven Stamkos’ father.

Who is Chris Tanev's mother?

Chris Tanev’s mother is Sophie Tanev, as per the NHL's official website.

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Who is Chris Tanev's father?

Chris Tanev’s father is Mike Tanev. Mike is a Canadian businessman and horse broker. He resides in Toronto, Canada, and is involved in harness racing, specializing in buying racehorses from Australia and New Zealand and importing them to North America. Mike has developed a successful business with a notable record of racehorses winning across multiple countries. In addition to his horse brokering business, he has worked in the used vehicle sales industry for over three decades, as per Harnesslink.

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Chris Tanev's Parents' Nationality

Chris Tanev’s parents, Sophie Meredith and Mike Tanev, are Canadian, as per the official website of the NHL.

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FAQs on Chris Tanev

A. Chris Tanev is from East York, Ontario, Canada.

A. Chris Tanev plays as a defenceman.

A. Chris Tanev plays for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

A. Chris Tanev has played for the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, and Dallas Stars.

A. Yes, Chris Tanev has represented Team Canada at the international level

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