Chris Gratton
Chris Gratton
Christopher A. Grattonis a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who last played with the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League. He is the cousin of Josh Gratton, who had also briefly played in the NHL as a member of the Philadelphia Flyers and the Phoenix Coyotes...
beat bragging bucks former might rights
You might put 100 bucks down that you'll beat your former team. It's nothing big. It's more for bragging rights than anything else.
anytime canada compete early exit gold hockey shows
Anytime Canada makes an early exit it is a shock. I thought they could compete for a gold medal. It just shows hockey is a world sport now.
create critical dressing franchise message moves sends stability trying
I think the franchise is really trying to create some stability in the organization. They're making all the right moves at a critical time. And it sends a message right through the dressing room.
forget game last stop
Last game was one we wanted to forget and forget in a hurry. This was important to stop the bleeding, No. 1. No. 2, it was Tampa, a rival.
extremely start tough
It can be extremely frustrating. It's tough to start out like that.
brought gary guys joe marty quality veteran
I think they've brought in some quality veteran guys with Gary and Joe and Marty and Sean,
build building happens nice playing puck
It's nice, we're building some chemistry. We're getting a lot of chances. When the puck bounces your way and it happens to go in, it allows you to build confidence. Yeah, it would be nice to keep playing right now but that's the way it goes.
core good provide solid
They'll provide leadership, and you already have a solid young core of up-and-coming players. And when you have a world-class goaltender like Roberto, it makes for a good mix.
against fast feet forced move puck team
Against a team like Carolina, they're a fast team, and they move the puck quick. If you don't keep your feet moving, you'll be forced into a lot of penalties.