Listen, everything I have in my life is because of the NHL and because of hockey, and I love the game and I loved every minute of being a player, I loved coaching, I loved being involved in the NHL.

I think the greatest thing about playing obviously is winning, and you can't replace that experience with anything.

Growing up, I was always the small guy.

I think the Americans are ready to play, they want to beat us. I think that players like Chris Chelios and his leadership over there goes a long way.

By no means could I play at the level of these kids who play in the NHL now but as 50-year-olds go, I feel really good and I feel blessed that I'm still healthy.

People in general want to build somebody up and then try to knock them down. They always root for the underdog.

Your friends, family, and kids have to understand that's your priority. It's the only way you can be successful.