Chris Tanev’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History

Chris Tanev’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History

Parents:

• • Chris Tanev’s parents are Sophie Meredith and Mike “Misho” Tanev.
  • His father, Mike Tanev, is Bulgarian and actively supports his sons’ hockey careers. He owns MT Stables Ontario Inc., which is the largest single owner of standardbred racehorses from the southern hemisphere in North America. Mike also manages CBK Consulting, specializing in vehicle transactions.

Siblings:

• • Chris has two brothers:
    • Brandon Tanev, who plays left wing for the Seattle Kraken.
    • Kyle Tanev, who most recently played for the OJHL’s Trenton Golden Hawks.

Wife:

• • Chris Tanev is married to Kendra Tanev, a former soccer player.
  • Kendra played women’s soccer for the Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers during her sophomore year in 2007.
  • The couple exchanged vows on July 25, 2020, in Downtown Toronto and have been happily married since.

Dating History:

• • Chris Tanev’s girlfriend before marriage was Kendra Shelters.
  • Kendra has an athletic background and played soccer during her college years.

• • The Tanev couple tends to keep a low profile, but their enduring commitment to each other is evident in public appearances.
  • They prioritize nurturing their relationship, fostering a bond built on trust, respect, and shared experiences.

Personal Life

Chris Tanev was born on December 20, 1989, in East York, Ontario, Canada. He began his hockey journey at a young age, also honing his skills in local leagues and junior teams. Tanev’s commitment to the sport and his defensive prowess caught the attention of scouts and coaches. Tanev also played college hockey for the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Tigers. His standout performances also led to an opportunity with the Vancouver Canucks organization.

In the 2010-2011 season, he made his NHL debut with the Canucks, showcasing his defensive reliability. Tanev is known for his shot-blocking abilities and also disciplined defensive play. His positioning, stick work, and ability to disrupt opponents’ scoring chances have made him a valuable asset on the blue line. Despite not being a prolific scorer, Tanev’s contributions often go beyond the stat sheet. After several seasons with the Canucks, Tanev joined the Calgary Flames in 2020. In 2021, he signed with the Dallas Stars, where he also continues to be a reliable defenseman. Tanev comes from a Macedonian descent family.