He's got a lot of speed, but we're talking about the NHL here. We had plenty of opportunities to put that game away. |
He's got great hockey sense. He's seeing the ice as well as probably any young player on defense in the game right now. |
He's got to play better than that. That's the bottom line. |
He's had plenty of rest. I can't see why he couldn't handle it. I can't see fatigue being a factor. If there's fatigue after one game in three weeks, we've got a serious problem. |
He's just world class with the way he applies himself both on and off the ice. He relates well to his teammates, and his work ethic is impeccable. It's all business when he's on the ice. |
He's like a riverboat gambler. He likes to take chances. We'll have to curb that a little bit. He doesn't have to lead the rush down the ice, just support the first wave. |
He's looked sharp in practice, and he's excited. It'll be a good challenge for him and the team. He'll surprise some people. |
He's much more composed around then net, and he's having fun playing the game. He realizes that it's a privilege to be out there. Tonight, he was awesome. |
He's not coming in to be a savior. He's a good player, but he'll need some time. |
He's played very well, very consistent. He has a high skill level. |
He's played very, very well. He's been enjoying his time here, but every day, you've got to earn your keep. |
He's still one of the best leaders in the game. |
He's still one of the best leaders in the game. I wouldn't judge him by what he's done so far this year in terms of statistics, but I would watch in the playoffs what he does for this team. |
His game did improve [at Norfolk]. I want to see if he needs more work. |
His position is very difficult to break into, whether you're 23 or 27 ? and he's 20. As a coach, you hope that you haven't given him too much sometimes, but he's responded to his tough nights. The next night he's always better. He's a very focused young man, and if he remains that way, he'll have a nice career ahead of him. |