And people who know me would tell you that away from hockey I'm really not that competitive.

Growing up, I was always the small guy.

It really doesn't matter or concern me what people are saying or who thinks who is the favorite. The bottom line is you have to play.

A lot of times, I can turn and pass without even looking.

We feel fortunate [with Canada hockey team]. We have got a lot of guys who love to play, but they also love to win even more. We are pretty happy. Although we are young, we like our group of players.

When people come up to me and say, "I was at your Game 7 in the playoffs in Toronto," or, "I saw your first goal in the NHL," that triggers memories. But I don't sit around my kitchen table and tell my kids, "You know, one year I got 92 goals."

I think sports for kids is the greatest thing in the world because it teaches you how to share, about winning and losing and pressure. But I don't think you should force your kid to become a professional athlete.