Fansided · Oct 3, 2025
New Jersey Devils can't afford to lose Brett Pesce long term
New Jersey Devils defenseman Brett Pesce left the preseason game against the Rangers with an injury last night. The status of Pesce has yet to be determined as of right now, but it could be a blow to New Jersey if it is long-term.
New York Islanders v New Jersey Devils | Rich Graessle/GettyImagesNew Jersey Devils defenseman Brett Pesce left their preseason game against the New York Rangers early last night after blocking a couple of shots on a penalty kill in the second period. He did not return in the third period, raising concerns about the potential injury. Brett Pesce was also missing on the ice for the Devils' second practice group.