Sometimes it's nice just being in your own room and having a quiet night and relaxing and getting ready for the game.

I like having those preseason games and exhibitions to really get ready for the regular season and get yourself off to a good start.

Understanding where to be in your own zone really takes some time and development to learn.

Watching all the football over the weekend - and having to wait until Monday night to play - gets you ready, gets you firing.

Just try to get the puck and make plays, not so much worry about scoring or getting an assist or points, just try to get it and make plays. That should take care of itself.

It has been a motto of mine my whole life - just be yourself.