Source: Newark Star-Ledger

Devils winger Ilya Kovalchuk may not be the only player on the team who needs offseason medical attention, general manager Lou Lamoriello said today.

Kovalchuk, who was bothered during the playoffs by a herniated disc in his back, is undergoing MRIs and tests to determine whether he will need surgery or other attention this summer.

"We're not sure of that yet," Lamoriello said. "We're still going for tests. We're still having MRIs done. Before those decisions are made, bodies have to settle and rest. We're still getting MRIs of different people, examining them and getting second opinions on the recommendation of our doctors."

Lamoriello said several players, in addition to Kovalchuk, may require offseason medical attention.

"Yes," Lamoriello said.

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