Benning was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on Monday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

Benning was traded from the Sharks to the Maple Leafs on Wednesday, along with a 2025 third-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick, in exchange for Timothy Liljegren.

Benning (lower body) returned to practice Sunday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Benning (lower body) is regarded as day-to-day, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports Friday.

Benning (hip) is expected to be healthy to start training camp, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Benning underwent successful hip surgery, general manager Mike Grier said Thursday, and will be out of action five months.

Benning (lower body) is out indefinitely, coach David Quinn told Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now on Wednesday.

Benning (lower body) was moved to injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.

Benning (lower body) is considered week-to-week, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Benning (undisclosed) was taken off injured reserve Friday.