Daniel Alfredsson

I think this stretch has been really important. Not just for Ray but the team, as well.

I think this stretch has been really important. Not just for Ray but the team, as well.

I think we're ready to play them when the puck drops, and we're expecting a battle for 60 minutes. When read more

I think we're ready to play them when the puck drops, and we're expecting a battle for 60 minutes. When we do play 60 minutes, we're a tough team to beat.

We kind of expected him to be suspended. Kicking has no part in this game. I understand the suspension. It's read more

We kind of expected him to be suspended. Kicking has no part in this game. I understand the suspension. It's tough. Things happen so quick, but you shouldn't kick anyone. I think he realizes his mistake and I don't think you will see him do that again.

It's a fresh start for him. He doesn't have to think about the playoff race or anything. Everybody starts at read more

It's a fresh start for him. He doesn't have to think about the playoff race or anything. Everybody starts at zero. It's a great opportunity for us. We're getting older and it might be our last big tournament for our country. I think he's just going to enjoy the Olympic experience and make the most of the opportunity.

I think under Jacques, we were very much a team that played extremely well defensively,

I think under Jacques, we were very much a team that played extremely well defensively,