“Physically and mentally my body hasn't felt this good in a long time. For me (the NHL lockout) was somewhat of a blessing in that I still had those concussion symptoms for a long time, post-playoffs. Although I would have tried skating in camp last year, I probably wouldn't have been ready to go.”
“The one thing about Clarkie is he's always going to give us an opportunity. For me, that was one of the biggest deciding factors when I re-signed (with a four-year deal). As a player, there's no better feeling than being a part of an organization or franchise that is willing to go that distance and give you a chance to win. He's done it again.”
“(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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“[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.”
“I was actually looking forward to one of [coach Ken Hitchcock's] 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.”
