BRETT PESCE NEWS

Slated to play Pesce (undisclosed) is expected to play against Carolina on Thursday.

Impact Pesce, who logged his first 627 career regular-season outings with the Hurricanes, is set to face his former team for the first time. The Devils suffered a 4-2 loss to Carolina on Oct. 15, but Pesce missed that game due to a lower-leg injury. He has no points, 21 shots, four hits and 20 blocks in 12 appearances with New Jersey in 2024-25.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Pesce is considered day-to-day with an undisclosed injury, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports Tuesday.

Impact Head coach Sheldon Keefe didn't seem too concerned about the availability of Pesce or Timo Meier (back), telling reporters, "The break has been very important. We'll take advantage of this time and see where they're at tomorrow." If Pesce were to miss any time, it would open up a spot on the blue line for Nick DeSimone, who has yet to get into an NHL game this season despite being called up twice in November.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jack Hughes scores second goal of night in OT as Devils rally to beat Islanders 4-3

Jack Hughes got his second goal of the game 2:35 into overtime as the New Jersey Devils rallied from two goals down and beat the New York Islanders 4-3

NOVEMBER 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brett Pesce | PRACTICE RAW 11.03.2024 | New Jersey Devils Brett Pesce speaks to the media following practice in Canmore, Alberta.

NOVEMBER 3 • NHL.COM

Good to go Friday Pesce (lower leg) is expected to be in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Islanders.

Impact Pesce was considered questionable heading into this game since he just returned from a long-term absence. However, it looks like he's good to play back-to-back days right away. Pesce should continue to see top-four usage in a mainly defensive role.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Pesce (lower leg) will be a game-time decision for Friday's matchup against the Islanders, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

Impact Pesce made his season debut Thursday against Detroit after missing the first nine games of the year due to a lower leg injury. He recorded 17:33 of ice time against the Red Wings and had three shots on goal, a hit and a minus-1 rating. If he's available in the second half of the back-to-back, it wouldn't be surprising to see him remain in a top-four role.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Devils expecting season debuts of D Luke Hughes, Brett Pesce New Jersey Devils defensemen Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce are expected to make their season debuts against the host Detroit Red Wings on Thur...

OCTOBER 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Devils D Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce back from injury, to debut in Detroit

Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce are expected to return from injury and make their season debuts for the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night in Detroit

OCTOBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Playing versus Wings Pesce (lower leg) will be in the lineup to face Detroit on Thursday, Bill Spaulding of MSG Network reports.

Impact Pesce will make his 2024-25 season debut after missing the first nine games of the campaign due to his lower leg injury. In addition to Pesce, the Devils will also welcome back Luke Hughes (shoulder) against the Red Wings. With both blueliners back in the lineup, Daniil Misyul and Simon Nemec figure to find themselves relegated to the press box as healthy scratches.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Set to travel with team Head coach Sheldon Keefe said Wednesday that Pesce (lower leg) will travel with the Devils ahead of Thursday's road matchup in Detroit, Devils play-by-play announcer Matt Loughlin...

Impact While it's not yet clear whether Pesce will suit up against the Red Wings, it's encouraging that he'll accompany the team on the road trip. Keefe said it's at least fair to say that Pesce will play over the weekend, so even if the defenseman remains out Thursday, he could return to action Friday against the Islanders or Sunday against the Ducks. Pesce and Luke Hughes (shoulder) also led the Devils during Wednesday's post-practice stretch, which should give increased optimism that Pesce could be available Thursday.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Pesce (lower leg) is close to making his New Jersey debut, though he won't play Tuesday against Tampa Bay, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Pesce provided three goals, 13 points, 107 shots on net and 113 blocked shots in 70 regular-season appearances with Carolina in 2023-24. He agreed to a six-year, $33 million contract with New Jersey in the summer to occupy a spot in the team's top-four group this season.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Skating Tuesday Pesce is skating in a regular jersey at Tuesday's practice, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Pesce landed on injured reserve Monday, but he appears to be making solid progress after missing New Jersey's first two contests of the season. The 29-year-old fractured his fibula during Carolina's postseason run, but the right-shot defenseman was able to land a six-year deal with the Devils in free agency. Pesce notched 13 points in 70 regular-season contests with Carolina in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to injured reserve Pesce was placed on injured reserve Monday, according to PuckPedia.

Impact Pesce didn't travel with New Jersey for the club's season opener in Prague, so this move doesn't necessarily come as a surprise. The right-shot defenseman has been working his way back to full strength after recovering from a fractured fibula. Pesce signed a six-year contract with the Devils in July, and he'll likely slot in on the second defense pair when healthy.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Not with team in Prague Pesce (lower leg) didn't travel with the Devils to Czechia on Sunday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports, indicating he will miss the start of the 2024-25 season.

Impact The Devils and Sabres will open the 2024-25 campaign with games on Friday and Saturday in Prague as part of the NHL Global Series. Seamus Casey might get to make his NHL debut as a result of Pesce's absence. The 29-year-old Pesce has been listed as week-to-week since the beginning of training camp after suffering a fractured fibula in Game 2 of Carolina's first-round playoff series versus the Islanders in April. He skated as an extra in practice in New Jersey on Monday, per Catherine Bogart of the Devils' official site. Pesce will get more time to recover, but it's unclear if he will be ready to play in the team's home opener against Toronto on Oct. 10.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes skating Pesce (lower leg) skated with the Devils on Friday, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site, but he remains week-to-week, per Mike Morreale of NHL.com.

Impact Pesce's availability for the Devils' season opener in Prague on Oct. 4 is uncertain. At the least, the 29-year-old has taken an encouraging step forward by getting on the ice. He had three goals, 13 points and 113 blocks in 70 regular-season games with Carolina in 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Is week-to-week Pesce (lower leg) is considered week-to-week, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports Thursday.

Impact Pesce missed Carolina's final nine playoff games due to a fractured fibula. He signed a six-year, $33 million contract with the Devils over the summer. When healthy, Pesce is likely to serve in a top-four capacity, though he probably won't receive much, if any, power-play ice time.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Brett Pesce | Welcome to Jersey | New Jersey Devils Brett Pesce signs a six-year deal with the Devils

JULY 9 • NHL.COM

Devils sign D Brett Pesce, Brenden Dillon and F Stefan Noesen The New Jersey Devils signed free agent defensemen Brett Pesce and Brenden Dillon and forward Stefan Noesen to free-agent contracts on Monda...

JULY 1 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Devils sign D Brett Pesce, Brenden Dillon and F Stefan Noesen The New Jersey Devils signed free agent defensemen Brett Pesce and Brenden Dillon and forward Stefan Noesen to free-agent contracts on Monda...

JULY 1 • KANSASCITY.COM

Signs six-year contract Pesce (lower leg) inked a six-year, $33 million contract with New Jersey on Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Pesce missed the Hurricane's final nine postseason contests after suffering a fractured fibula in Game 2 of the Canes' first-round series with the Islanders. This past season was a low point offensively for the 29-year-old defenseman, as he posted a personal worst 13 points in 70 regular-season contests, a far cry from the 30 he put up the year before. Clearly, the Devils are hoping to rediscover the 2022-23 version of Pesce, though he may be hard-pressed to secure power-play minutes with his new club.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

The Hurricanes have their deal with coach Rod Brind'Amour, yet more free-agency challenges loom

The Carolina Hurricanes locked up their most important free agent in coach Rod Brind'Amour less than week after exiting the NHL playoffs

MAY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Diagnosed with fractured fibula Pesce (lower leg) had been dealing with a fractured fibula near his ankle, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Impact Pesce missed the final nine games of Carolina's post-season run, including the entire series against the Rangers, after suffering the injury in Game 2 of the opening round versus the Islanders. Pesce had three goals, 10 points and a plus-10 rating in 70 regular-season games this year. The 29-year-old blueliner is set to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason -- if healthy, Pesce should be one of the top names available.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Thursday Pesce (lower body) will not be in the lineup against the Rangers in Game 6 on Thursday, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Impact Pesce got onto the ice for the first time Wednesday, so it shouldn't come as a surprise to see him still being held out for Game 6. Still, it's a step in the right direction for the 29-year-old blueliner, who could be in contention should the series go to Game 7 on Saturday. Considering Pesce has managed a mere two points in his last 19 outings, his potential return is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Pesce (lower body) has yet to resume skating and is out indefinitely as a result, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports Thursday.

Impact Pesce didn't make the trip with the team to New York and could now be in danger of missing the remainder of the best-of-seven series with the Rangers. Without Pesce in the squad, Tony DeAngelo figures to see the biggest uptick in ice time, including minutes with the man advantage. Prior to getting hurt, Pesce was stuck in a 38-game goal drought during which he notched just seven helpers, so fantasy players shouldn't be expecting a ton of offensive output from the defenseman even once cleared to play.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling to New York Pesce (lower body) won't travel with the Hurricanes ahead of Game 1 against the Rangers on Sunday, ruling him out for the first two games of the series, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes...

Impact Pesce missed the final three games of Carolina's opening-round series after suffering a lower-body injury in Game 2 against the Islanders. The 29-year-old blueliner has one assist in two playoff games after tallying three goals and 13 points in 70 regular-season contests. Tony DeAngelo will likely remain on the Hurricanes' second pairing until Pesce can return.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE