Fraser Minten will take Pacioretty's place in the lineup, joining Max Domi and Nicholas Robertson.

Meanwhile, Calle Jarnkrok remains sidelined as he recovers from surgeries for a groin issue and sports hernia, with a month-to-month recovery timeline.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are gearing up to host the Tampa Bay Lightning, aiming to extend their lead in the Atlantic Division.

Pacioretty, who joined the Maple Leafs on a one-year contract prior to this season, has been a key depth player with 12 points in 32 games.

Throughout his career, Pacioretty has accumulated 680 points and is recognized for his contributions across several NHL teams.

This matchup marks the third meeting between the Maple Leafs and Lightning this season, with Toronto having won the first two games and outscoring Tampa Bay 10-5.

However, the Maple Leafs will be without veteran forward Max Pacioretty for this game due to an upper-body injury.

Head coach Craig Berube confirmed that Pacioretty is day-to-day after missing practice and the morning skate.

Pacioretty sustained the injury during a recent game against the Montreal Canadiens, where he played 10:19 despite experiencing discomfort from a shot to the head.

In that game, which the Maple Leafs won 7-3, Pacioretty contributed with three shots on net and four hits.

Goalie Anthony Stolarz participated in the morning skate as he works towards recovery from a knee injury.

The game against the Lightning will be broadcast live on the NHL Network at 7:30 p.m. ET.