Maple Leafs defenceman John Klingberg set for hip surgery, done for the season

TORONTO — Maple Leafs defenceman John Klingberg’s season is over.

Toronto general manager Brad Treliving told reporters after Wednesday’s practice the 31-year-old is set to undergo hip surgery in the coming weeks that will keep him sidelined up to six months.

Klingberg signed a US$4.15-million contract with the Leafs in free agency with an eye toward the smooth-skating Swede adding to the team’s attack.

But he struggled early and never looked comfortable in Toronto, registering five assists in 14 games.