One of his favorite spots was the International Spy Museum, which allows visitors to adopt a cover identity and learn why an agent needs one. There is also a School for Spies and even an exhibit that celebrates the James Bond film franchise.
No wonder Nate Schmidt performs that magic trick with Gatorade bottles before each hockey game.
He’s all about the mystery, which makes sense for where he skates now.
The conundrum that has become these Golden Knights for the NHL to solve continues Saturday, when the Capitals visit T-Mobile Arena and it becomes Schmidt’s turn to feel all kinds of emotion and nostalgia.