Tanev was placed on waivers by the Mammoth on Friday for the purpose of assignment to AHL Tucson.
Tanev appeared in 56 regular-season games with the Mammoth last year and recorded no goals, three assists, 155 hits, 50 PIM and 34 blocked shots while averaging 9:22 of ice time. The 34-year-old has plenty of NHL experience but is slated to begin the 2026-27 regular season in the minors if he clears waivers.