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New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon reveals he had controversial neck surgery

New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon revealed he had undergone neck surgery that was once controversial throughout the league. The surgery is considered much better for long-term recovery despite some teams hoping players go another route.

New Jersey Devils defenseman Brenden Dillon (5). Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | John Jones-Imagn Images

The rumor mill got it wrong on Brenden Dillon this offseason. There were concerns that his postseason injury was much worse than it looked.

Dillon was hurt in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Carolina Hurricanes.