Tony Luftman: “The Carolina Hurricanes are facing significant challenges this season, and it’s clear from their performance that adjustments are needed. As we delve into social media and various updates, we learn more about defenseman Brett Pesce’s situation, which has become a focal point of discussion.

• According to Hurricanes PR, Brett Pesci underwent a surgical procedure on Tuesday to address a lower-body injury and is expected to be sidelined for approximately two to four weeks.

This injury is just one of many concerns for the Hurricanes as they navigate a rocky start to the season. What are your thoughts on the current state of Rod Brind’Amour’s team and their prospects moving forward?

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Friedman: “We’ve discussed the Edmonton Oilers’ defensive vulnerabilities, but it’s notable that they aren’t the only team struggling; they currently have the worst goals-against-average in the league, which is surprising considering their defensive capabilities. Reflecting on the Carolina Hurricanes, I believe this is simply a poor start to the season, and I remain optimistic that they will improve as time progresses. We’ll have to wait and see how it unfolds.

The silver lining regarding Pesce’s injury is the estimated two to four weeks recovery time. Initially, there were fears from Hurricanes reporter Walt Ruff that his absence might extend for months or potentially the entire season. It’s reassuring to know that the injury isn’t as severe as first feared.

Carolina, like many teams in the league, must manage their roster carefully. If they decide to add a player during this period, they need to ensure there’s space for Pesce’s return. With his recovery time set at two to four weeks, the Hurricanes have some backup defensemen who are not seeing much action currently. My impression is that they will likely wait it out, allowing Pesce the necessary time to heal before making any major decisions.

Of course, I always approach these situations with caution. When teams make significant moves, it often leads to unexpected outcomes. However, if they can afford to wait for Pesce’s return, that could be beneficial in the long run.

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E.J. Hradek: “It’s amusing; I read the same tweet this morning and had a similar initial reaction to you. I was concerned that Pesce would be out for a long duration, but thankfully, the prognosis is just two to four weeks. That’s fantastic news for Brett. He is a great player, and I sincerely hope everything will turn out well for him.”