We were talking before the game: 'We have to jump on them and get the lead right away. And that's what we did.

You want to see one of the top players in your lineup. He's a big part of this hockey club.

It was, definitely [a shock], ... It was a big surprise to me. I wasn't expecting it. But anything can happen in our business. I put everything behind me now. I'm looking forward to the new challenge, new city. I can't wait to step on the ice in Atlanta.

can't wait to step on the ice in Atlanta.

I asked the guys, 'What should I do?' They told me to just score. He closed the pads pretty quick, but somehow it just squeezed in.

I cannot be worried about what the fans do, ... I just have to be worried about my game, just play my best and have fun on the ice.