Standing on the ice, prepping for the inaugural puck drop of the season, a ton of thoughts run through my head. Early days skating on a nearby pond with my family. Being drafted in the 1st round by Anaheim. Following that up with a 3oa selection by Seattle. My SMJHL MVP award and helping take the Falcons to new heights. And now, after a mediocre season in Seattle, lacing up the skates for the Montreal Patriotes. It's been nothing but great vibes and good times since I arrived, and I just have the feeling that this will be something special. Coach is trusting me to help lead the line and put the puck in the net, while also facilitating offense for other players. Despite having some higher TPE players, I'm being looked at as a leader, a role that I cherish and take seriously. All past aside, all sentiment aside, it's time to do the job, it's time to repay the faith Montreal has in me. Drop the puck, ref, it's time for me to shine.