(Roenick) was always colorful and was always quotable and he'll be missed. But at the same time we all know Peter's track record and what he brings to the table. As much as J.R. will be missed, Peter will replace that and bring a lot to the locker room. |
[Philadelphia: How much did Keith Primeau miss hockey? Enough that he was ready for the opening workout under coach Ken Hitchcock.] I was actually looking forward to one of his practices, so you know that it's been a long time, ... You forget how difficult the practices are, but it was a great feeling to be back out there. I'm just really excited about the year. |
Early in the season, we haven't found ways. |
From the travel standpoint, it's a lot better for the players. From the rivalry standpoint, it's a lot better for everyone. |
He brings not only that (toughness) to the game, but also to the locker room. He'll be sorely missed on their behalf ... not necessarily so much on our part. |
He may not be huge in stature, but he's got a huge heart. He's an extremely competitive guy, loves to make contact and loves to be physical. He's a guy that will almost always play the last few minutes of a game — whether you're up a goal or down a goal. |
He'll get a great ovation (tonight), ... Every time Johnny went out of the lineup and then came back in the people were tremendous to him. He was here for a long time. When you think of a player who epitomizes a franchise Johnny is one of those guys. He will always be a Philadelphia Flyer. |
He'll get a great ovation (tonight). Every time Johnny went out of the lineup and then came back in the people were tremendous to him. He was here for a long time. When you think of a player who epitomizes a franchise Johnny is one of those guys. He will always be a Philadelphia Flyer. |
He's had success, he's a winner, so he brings those experiences with him. |
Hitch has been pro-offence throughout this (obstruction debate). I'd be shocked if we changed, but he's on record as saying he will. A lot of times, our practises were geared around special teams and defensive zone coverage. Now we look to be more free-flowing. |
I can do every task they give me. But I have symptoms after each task. My head spins. |
I didn't request it, but I'm glad to sit beside him,'' Richards said. |
I don't know if I have fully come to terms with the decision I've had to make. I'm a hockey player, that's what I do and that's what I want to do. I don't come by this decision easily but it's the right decision for my health. |
I don't think there was a huge momentum shift. They just got some goals and we had to battle like hell to win. |
I feel ..not bad. Obviously, I feel better than I have (felt before) to be out there. This is part of my therapy, my rehab. It?s another hurdle -- a huge hurdle for me. I feel really good which is the most important thing. |