Elias Staying in New Jersey
Published at(NEW YORK) — The New Jersey Devils announced Thursday they have re-signed free agent center Patrik Elias.
According to ESPN.com’s Pierre LeBrun, the contract is for three years and is worth $16.5 million.
Elias, who has played his entire 17-season NHL career with the Devils, would have become an unrestricted free agent Friday.
The 37-year-old Elias is the Devils’ all-time leader in goals (375), assists (555) and points (930).
Elias had 14 goals and 22 assists in 48 games last season.
The Devils also announced they re-signed winger Dainius Zubrus.
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