Defenseman Oduya re-signs with Devils

The New Jersey Devils are keeping Johnny Oduya away from the free-agent market, agreeing to terms with the defenseman on a new contract. The team said Tuesday that Oduya has agreed to a multiyear deal. The 27-year-old defenseman had career highs with seven goals, 22 assists and 29 points last season - his third in the NHL. Devils president Lou Lamoriello says Oduya "has developed into one of the more talented young defensemen in the National Hockey League.