It's not going to be easy, but it's great for the fans. We get to see the Leafs, Canadiens, Bruins and Senators more often. It's better for travelling as well. There's a lot of positives, but emotion will be a big factor.

They said they would let me know after the surgery, but we're looking at eight weeks at least.

(Vanek) knows where to be. He knows how to score. He's a game-breaker. It's fun for me, having a chance to play with a guy like that.

It's my first time walking normally. The first few days it was just kind of bent over, walking slowly.

Both bring big and diverse strengths to the table, with each filling in key areas for the other. But the question you have to step back and ask is what would this mean to rival suppliers? And just how long would it take for a merged entity to be integrated from top to bottom and provide a true single face to service providers worldwide?

With the referees coming into the room before the game and explaining the rules,