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Media is obviously a huge part of the game. It's something that, as hockey players, we’re not overly used to, and we have to learn to adapt. Some players even have to go to media school, hire a manager, or hire a PR team to prompt them on the do's and don'ts of dealing with the media. Depending on where you are in your career as a player, your attention will vary, as well as what city you are playing in. There’s no doubt that, in Canadian cities, it is hard to go unnoticed as a player for those teams—fans and media are everywhere you go. Personally, I do not go searching for media attention; I prefer to focus on the game and let my play do the talking. Being a rookie in the league, I am lucky enough to only have spot interviews, while the veterans of the team handle the tough questions. Media plays an important role, but it can also play a hurtful role in targeting players after a few bad games.
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