My goal was to play in the NHL, because that is the best hockey in the world.

I'm trying not to be a kid all the time, but it's hard.

You appreciate things after you lose them.

I'm not 21 and trying to prove something with my words.

In the U.S., you have so many rules, everything's regulated and structured. When you make a mistake, you pay for it -a lot.

If I was on a third or fourth line I would probably be in the NHL, because you don't have to produce every night.

I know how well I can play. I don't mention myself with the other players. I mention myself with the best.