It sounds like Alex Pietrangelo may never play in the NHL again

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo is hopeful that he'll be able to play again, maybe even this season but he's not looking that far in the future. The two-time Stanley Cup champion (2019 St Louis Blue and 2023 Vegas Golden Knights) told reporters today that he's taking his recovery on a day to day basis and that his only focus right now is on being a Dad and supporting his family.

Pietrangelo has so far put off doing a risky hip surgery and is focused on rehab.

"I'm continuing to rehab. I'm going to continue to do that. First and foremost, being able to be a Dad and to be able to do the things that I want to do as a Dad is very important to me. And, we have a phenomenal team here.

The 35 year old played 71 games for the Golden Knights last season, putting up a stellar 4 goals and 33 points. He's in year six of a seven year contract that pays him $8.8 million per season.