What was your reaction to Brent Burns having a different answer for Grier and no longer being here?
Well, he’s older. I talked to Burnzie a lot through the process. We both hung around a little bit after the season in this area and we’re working out together. He was very transparent. He only has a few years left obviously and he wants to go win. He went to a very good place. It was a place that he had to agree to, because I don’t think they were one of the teams on his list. I’m just happy for him because he’s extremely excited. He said he’s going to miss this place obviously miss all of his friends here. But as a teammate, he was very transparent, open and we all want what’s best for him. He’s such a great guy. I’m happy that he’s happy.
When Grier called you, did you consider the alternative at all? Like, maybe it’s worth looking around at other situations?
No, not at this stage in my life and where I’m at outside of hockey. I love this area. I’m getting married in this area next summer. I love being a Shark. So I didn’t think twice about it. That’s just my personal preference. I like being here