Brett Pesce is another key replacement for Team USA, bringing solid defensive capabilities and experience to the squad amid injuries.

Brett Pesce is a defenseman for the New Jersey Devils, noted for his ability to enhance goaltending comfort. He has been called up as a potential replacement for Team USA, depending on injuries to current players.

Brett Pesce signed a six-year contract with the New Jersey Devils, bringing expectations of improving their defensive play. However, after missing the preseason and the first nine games due to a lower-leg injury, he has struggled to regain form, contributing only four points in 24 games. Despite his offensive numbers being down, he leads the team in ice time and is performing well defensively, indicating that his overall impact may take longer to assess as he continues to recover.

Brett Pesce contributed to the Devils' offensive effort with two assists, showcasing his playmaking ability and supporting the team's strong performance during their recent homestand.

Brett Pesce scored his first goal as a Devil, which came with 2:43 left in the game, sealing the victory for New Jersey.