Everybody is going through the same thing. The way the schedule is, it's tough down the stretch.

It was a tight game. It's just tough to lose in a shootout.

Every game is a tough game here. There is always pressure when you put on a Canadian jersey. You are expected to win.

Just a little friendly talk, wishing each other a Merry Christmas. It was no big deal, but if anyone says something to me, then I'm going to say something back.

With the year off, I think most guys were excited to get going, but coming to Ottawa, a new place, made me even more excited.

Requesting a change of environment was an extremely difficult decision. After a tremendous amount of reflection and numerous conversations with my family, it made the most sense to seek a change.