From as early as I can remember, I was focused on becoming a lawyer.

If you want to know how I feel, I'll summarize it in one word - terrible.

Doing jersey advertising for the World Cup is not in the same universe as putting advertising on NHL sweaters.

I'm not here to win a popularity contest.

I think there's always a line between what is parody in good fun in chanting and what is intended to belittle certain segments of society.

I couldn't do what I do day-in and day-out if I didn't love the game.

We just want to see entertaining, exciting games, and we want the officials to do a good job.

There are lots of come-from-behind wins, games getting tied in the last period, teams going on to win. That, I think, tells the best story. Whether or not some teams have more grit, better chemistry, or more luck or more skill, it's still within the parameters. I think that makes for great storytelling and great interest for our fans.

What our fans want, what our fans believe, what our fans are interested in is why we are what we are. But, nevertheless, ultimately we have to do the things that we believe are essential for the long-term health of the game, of the league, and of all of our franchises.