We're going to play our game and we're going to come back and we're going to play Montreal or Tampa.

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.

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

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

I'm okay. Russian machine never breaks.

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