“Obviously, salaries was the big difference with the NHL But other than that, you got treated really well. It was a pro organization. It's a pro sport, and it's top hockey, excellent hockey.”
“It wasn't Slap Shot. A lot of the minor league teams were getting into discipline and training. The old-time hockey was done. There was a new philosophy of being in shape, watching your weight, conditioning, riding the books, all these things had come in.”
“Michael, your tour of duty here is finished. Your fellow officers will take over your patrol with honor, dignity, and valor. You're God's good and faithful servant. Enter now into the joy of the Lord.”