It was a disappointing season. I never played on such an unlucky team.

That depends ... am I in the final year of my contract?

It seemed like an exciting game,

It takes time, but we created so many chances. Hopefully it will come. It seems like, not only between me and him, but the entire camp, it's been a great atmosphere. Guys are pulling for each other and working hard, really want to be together. It's nice to see that.

[The Islanders appointed Yashin team captain Tuesday, in time for the team's pre-season game later that night against the New York Rangers.] This is a very big honour for me, ... There are so many players on our team who are great leaders and would have been excellent choices, so this means a lot.

There are so many players on our team who are great leaders and would have been excellent choices. So this means a lot.