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Eric Staal: 'I’ve been fortunate to be with some great teams and organizations and experienced some amazing things.'
ST. PAUL, Minn. — If Eric Staal has any sage advice for young NHL players, it’s to savour every moment of the wild ride that’s ahead.
That’s exactly what he’s doing now with the Minnesota Wild.
"The years go by fast. You’re always told that, especially when you’re young and just starting out. And it’s no lie," Staal said Saturday. "I’ve been fortunate to be with some great teams and organizations and experienced some amazing things, and I’m excited because this is a great chance to start a second chapter, hopefully.