Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins
On November 1, 2025, at TD Garden in Boston, the Carolina Hurricanes faced off against the Boston Bruins, with rookie Charles Alexis Legault taking to the ice. However, unfortunate news surfaced following the game, as Legault underwent surgery to address serious injuries sustained during a previous match against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Injury Details
In that game, the young defenseman endured a deep cut to his right hand from a skate blade belonging to Maple Leafs player Nick Robertson, an injury that occurred during a chaotic moment at the end of the first period.
Surgery and Recovery
The details surrounding Legault’s surgery were confirmed by Hurricanes General Manager Eric Tulsky, who noted that the procedure was successfully conducted by Dr. Harrison Tuttle at Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic.
Due to the severity of the injury, which involved multiple torn extensor tendons, Legault has been placed on the team’s injured reserve list and is projected to remain sidelined for 3 to 4 months.
Team Support
The Carolina organization expressed gratitude toward the medical staff of the Maple Leafs for their prompt response and assistance in managing Legault’s injury during the game. At just 22 years old, Legault had already made his mark by playing in the first eight games of the season, stepping in as injuries mounted within the Hurricanes’ defensive lineup.
