All right, all right.

I don't know if it's been announced yet, but seven years ago today, me and my teammates were swimming in that fountain.

Celebrating an amazing time in our careers.

Thank you. Oh, first of all, I'm going to be reading most of this, so I'm sorry if my head's down, but it's a little long. I got a little choked up just hearing these guys talk

about me so maybe I'll shorten it up as we get going so I can get through it but thank you all

for being here today this moment is bittersweet but I'm filled with gratitude as I reflect on an

incredible journey I want to take you through my career and those who shape me into the player

in person I am today.

Man, that's already starting.

Here we go.

Okay.

I was fortunate to have two loving parents who did everything they could so I could live out my dreams of being a professional athlete.

You never forced me into anything, but instead supported me and encouraged me to

follow my dreams, calling me your little superstar even before I could skate. It wasn't until I have

my own kids that I truly appreciated what amazing parents you are. Thank you. Thank you.

I'm gonna have to shorten this thing up.

To my mom, Tina, and coach Osh up in heaven, I love you and thank you.

All right. To my brother, Taylor, sister Tani, thank you for all the road trips you endured.

The long days at the rink field or gym and the time in the stands cheer me on.

Ton, no one has a bigger heart as you. And Dick, you're one hell of a caddy.

To my sister, Alia, thank you for always supporting me through my college and

NHL career, even though you weren't under the same roof. I always knew you were there,

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