To Smechmikov:
Ah, hockey is simple, da? You put puck in net, you win game. Cannot score if no shoot, eh? Must work hard in corner, win big battle on boards. Always keep stick on ice, be ready for pass, no lazy skating.
Puck is bouncing crazy, but we not worry, we focus next shift. Coach say, 'We play full 60 minute, leave all on ice!' Game go overtime? No problem, we skate harder, hit bigger. Is team game, not about you, is about boys in locker room.
We take it one game at time, eh? Is what it is, puck luck come when you work hard. Go play playoff hockey now, make big hits, score greasy goal. Simple, da!"