Kevin Weekes News

The Devils signed former Islanders goalie Yann Danis Friday. The Devils signed former Islanders goalie Yann Danis Friday, which doesn't necessarily mean the team feels minor league prospect Jeff Frazee is not yet ready to serve as Martin Brodeur's backup.

The Devils took care of one of their highest off-season priorities Tuesday by re-signing defenseman Johnny Oduya, but general manager Lou Lamorielloa s plate still is quite full heading into todaya s noon opening of the free agent market.

Still without a new head coach, the Devils are ready to take a new direction. On the day the NHL opened its window on free agency, general manager Lou Lamoriello decided to part ways with veteran forwards Brian Gionta and John Madden .

Minor leaguer Jeff Frazee could be the Devils' backup goalie next season, according the GM Lou Lamoriello.

Veteran journeyman has proven he's capable of stepping in and winning games with Pittsburgh and Detroit the past two seasons.

Goalie Kevin Weekes, who can become an unrestricted free agent July 1, isn't sure if he is in the Devils' plans for next season.

Tune in to all of the analyis about Pittsburgh's big Game 3 win on NHL Live. Co-hosts Billy Jaffe and Deb Placey will be talking to Jay Feaster, NHL Radio insider, at 12:20 p.m. ET, then Hockey Night in Canada's P.J. Stock at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Devils goalie Kevin Weekes, shown with Willie O'Ree on Feb. 9 at the Prudential Center in Newark, will make an appearance Wednesday at the NHL Store in New York.

The great career of a great Devil is over. Bobby Holik told The Post yesterday that he is retiring from hockey after 18 NHL seasons, 11 of those with New Jersey.

Devils right winger Brian Gionta can become an unrestricted free agent July 1. Brian Gionta is one of nine significant Devils who can become unrestricted free agents July 1. Having just completed a three-year, $12 million contract, Gionta isn't sure what his future holds.

Bobby Holik injured his back during the playoffs. Johnny Oduya will undoubtedly have some lucrative free agent offers this summer.

With three minutes left in Game 5, the Prudential Center exploded with noise. The Devils had a 1-0 lead over the Carolina Hurricanes, and with a recent history of late game-winning goals, the fans in the home arena were willing the team to hold on.

Devils goalie Kevin Weekes is still unable to skate because of a left knee injury.

Devils winger Brendan Shanahan, a key to these playoffs, remembered his first postseason in 1988.

Like Ilsa walking into Rick's Cafe Americain or Indiana Jones peering into the Well of the Souls, there's something all too familiar -- and foreboding -- about the Carolina Hurricanes' first-round playoff opponent.

The Devils and the Carolina Hurricanes already have a lifetime of playoff memories from the first three postseason series between the teams.

There is something about the gorgeous hockey arena in this otherwise nondescript American city that clearly appeals to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

ARENA: Scotiabank Place, 7:30 p.m. TV: Sportsnet. RADIO: Team 1200, CJRC 1150 AM, Star 96 FM , The Jewel 1220 AM , The Lake 88.1 FM , KIX 93.5 FM .

Devils goalie Martin Brodeur says he will play in the regular season finale Saturday afternoon.

The Devils make their last visit to Scotiabank Place this season to face the Senators.