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.

Olympics are probably the most important thing for Russians than any other athletes in the whole world. Since I was a little kid and since everybody was a little kid, their dream was playing in Olympic Games, especially if we have a chance to represent our country in Sochi, it's unbelievable and it's going to be a great thing.

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

I'm looking forward to playing against Sidney Crosby as much as I am looking forward to playing against all of the other players in the NHL. And there is no rivalry.

I wear tinted visor not to trick other players, but so hot girls in stands don't see me looking at them

It is good when you score lots of goals, but it is hard.

I played basketball and soccer but they are very different games, obviously. However, playing any kind of sport always helps you develop physically.