Rory Fitzpatrick
Rory Fitzpatrick
Rory Brian Fitzpatrickis an American former professional ice hockey defenseman who played 10 seasons in the National Hockey Leaguefor the Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, Nashville Predators, Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks and Philadelphia Flyers. He was known as a journeyman depth player at the NHL level. He currently serves as the head coach of the Buffalo Jr. Sabres 12 and under squad...
ProfessionHockey Player
Date of Birth11 January 1975
CityRochester, NY
levels playoffs
Playoffs are always a big jump. I've been through it at different levels and in the NHL.
believes biggest confidence
I got a chance. I got confidence from them that I could play. That's the biggest change, getting that confidence and having someone who believes in you.
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It was terrible. I just remember the floor being so wet. You had to put a towel down to stay dry when you got out of your clothes. Your equipment hung on little hooks instead of in a stall. It definitely made you uncomfortable as a visitor. You weren't pampered at all.
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I felt good. I think I've been able to stay in shape, watch the series closely, so I felt pretty capable (about stepping in).
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The most important thing is for him to be with his family, and if we keep winning, I think it's a lot easier for him to be away from the rink.