A championship team wins because it already has established players, while a talented team is just beginning to establish players.

I don't care what people say about me and what they think about me. I care about my team and I care about myself. Lots of people watch hockey, and I think everybody has different thinking.

If I'm playing hockey, I want to win all the (trophies) I can.

Fighting is necessary in hockey. But if you fight, you have to choose your partner carefully. If you're an experienced player and you want to fight, you can't choose a player who has never fought in his life.

My weapon isn't my shot. It's me.

I have a lot of respect for Ovechkin as a player. I like his enthusiasm. I know the kid has a zest for life and a joy for the game.

I always look forward to playing in Toronto because it's such a historic city when it comes to hockey.