Timo Meier leaves the New Jersey Devils

This just in, the New Jersey Devils have announced that forward Timo Meier has left the team due to personal reasons.

Meier has taken a personal leave of absence from the team as he tends to a family health matter.

Full press release statement:

The Devils this morning released a statement concerning Timo Meier:

Devils' forward Timo Meier has taken a personal leave of absence from the team as he tends to a family health matter.

The entire organization supports Timo and his family and appreciates everyone respecting their privacy at this time.

The 29 year old veteran has 11 goals and 23 points in 30 games so far this season.