Quotes by Serge Payer

“As a line we need to provide a little bit of offense. Its not a priority but, at the same time, we need to take advantage of every opportunity we have.”

“But at the same time, those 1-0 games are heartbreaking.”

“You always aim to make the team out of training camp. (In the minors), youve got to stick it out and push guys and stay in shape and be ready when the time comes.”

“It gave me a new appreciation for life. I dont play any differently. Ive always been a hard-working guy, and I like to play that way.”

“He knew what kind of player I was. It was a great fit. Im glad I made that decision. ... Now I have to find a way to get into the lineup and play well. I know I can help this team in a positive way.”

“When youre playing from behind, you have to want it that much more. Dig deep and hopefully get the bounces going our way.”

“We have to keep our game simpler. Most of the time its just getting the puck at the net instead of trying to make the perfect play.”

“They kept their (defensemen) very active, and that might have thrown us off. But other than playing our system and pressuring hard, I dont think we can approach it any differently.”

“Tampas a team were fighting for one of those playoff spots. Its a four-point game, so its a desperate game for us.”

“We came in here for two points, and we got nothing. Right now, we cant afford to be losing the two points. Weve got 22 games left, and thats 44 points. Nobody here doesnt believe we cant get them all.”