Devils' Schneider, Elias undergo offseason surgeries

New Jersey Devils goaltender Cory Schneider and forward Patrik Elias both underwent surgeries this week, general manager Ray Shero announced Thursday.

Schneider had a core muscle injury repaired Tuesday and is only expected to have a recovery time of six weeks.

Elias' procedure, though, appears to be more concerning. The 40-year-old had surgery on his right knee and Shero didn't offer a timetable for his return.

The veteran had a procedure done on his right knee in January and missed all but three games afterward. Elias hasn't been able to hit the 70-game mark in any of the last three campaigns.