I was the happiest guy in the world when I was on the ice. You're being paid to play a game! That's pretty special.

So many of today's programs are about trophies and jackets, and we think that's a big mistake.

I was the happiest guy in the world when I was on the ice. You're being paid to play a game! That's pretty special.

I've been a very lucky guy. I played on championship teams. I played for Canada. I've won some awards and I'm very proud of those accomplishments. But I don't think there's anything greater than to come home and to be recognized at home. This is the pinnacle.

You hear all the time about European players playing the game. These players that come over at 17, 18 and 19, they just don't all of a sudden become skilled. From the time they were little fellas, they learned the fundamentals of the game. Let them create.

If you talk to most athletes, the place you're most comfortable is your playing field. I'm not so comfortable at a podium or talking about events.

We've got to do a better job with our kids. Teach good values, teach the fundamentals.