Anyone who has ever gone through anything like that, or lost a friend or a family member, they know that it's never going to leave you. But at the same time it gets better, and as time goes on it gets better.

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.

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

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.

I think he'll be good for us. Just watching him, he knows what it takes for him to get ready. I've been watching him do his drills and stuff and it's fun to watch. He's a different style of goalie and has his own style. It's not really one thing. He knows a lot of shooters and he'll play a little variation of everything. It's almost maybe better for him to have that year to get ready. He looks good with us and played well (in camp). I don't think anybody has a concern about him at all.