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Thankfully, his two sons -- Buddy Jr., 16, and Marco, 13 -- were able to grab a saw and \"cut through the metal rod and relieve [Valastro] from the machine.\"

The chef is resting comfortably at home after undergoing two surgeries to save his mangled hand.

\"It will be an uphill battle as it's Buddy's dominant right hand and he will need prolonged recovery and therapy,\" Valastro's rep said.

Valastro is reportedly in high spirits; he posted an Instagram story asking fans and well-wishers to text him.

\"Good Morning America\" has reached out to Valastro for comment.

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