Coach Paul Maurice stated that Tomas Nosek will be out for 'weeks, not days' due to an upper-body injury sustained during a preseason game, emphasizing it is not a concussion.
The injury occurred after Nosek crashed into the boards following a trip by Predators defenseman Jeremy Lauzon, prompting discussions on roster adjustments as Nosek was expected to be the fourth-line center.
With Nosek sidelined, the Panthers have opportunities for other players like Patrick Giles, who had a strong preseason performance, or veteran Zac Dalpe, to step in.
Nosek had signed a one-year contract with the Panthers to bolster forward depth, but his injury opens the door for younger talent and veteran players to compete for a spot.
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