Holy crap did I jinx this guy.

The New Jersey Devils announced today that goaltender Martin Brodeur will undergo surgery on his left elbow and will remain out of the lineup for up to 4 months. Brodeur sustained the injury during the Devils weekend win over the Atlanta Thrashers.

Backup goaltender Kevin Weekes is expected to receive the bulk of the work in net for the Devils in Brodeur's absence.

So what does this mean?

Brutal loss for the Devils. Huge loss to everyone in the Fantasy Hockey World (like myself) who drafted Martin Brodeur. Big loss to everyone in the NHL as this was the year Brodeur was to eclipse the milestones set by Terry Sawchuk, and Patrick Roy.

However, this will be a glimpse at what the Devils will be like when Martin Brodeur does eventually retire. Granted I'm sure GM Lou Lamoriello will have a much better plan in place than Kevin Weekes when that time comes, but don't count the Devils out now. This team has always been built around a 'removable parts' philosophy, and the system is what keeps them winning. This will surely be it's biggest test to date. I'm really looking forward to seeing how they respond.

Your friend on ice,
Captain Bosh