But a year off probably hurt some of these guys who didn't stay in shape. It's always tough to come back after a year off.
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I think we've done everything we can do as an ownership group, as far as setting up the franchise for the long term here in Pittsburgh. We have a plan with Isle of Capri to fully fund construction of a new arena without public money and make sure this franchise stays in Pittsburgh forever. That's always been my goal.Mario Lemieux
He really gave us an opportunity to turn this franchise around overnight.
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It's a lot more fun to play the game this year than it has been the last four years.
Mario Lemieux
It just took a while. I think now we're playing as a team, moving the puck pretty well and passing the puck pretty well, which we didn't do in the first 10 games. It's an important road trip and we're off to a good start.
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Certainly we're not satisfied with just winning games. We've been playing some pretty good hockey, but we think we can play much better.
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I think that with a lot of hard work and dedication, I feel that I could be the best in the world. I'm still only 35 years old... I have a fresh start physically and mentally, and I feel that I can achieve my goal to be the best again.
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