NHL ENTRY DRAFT

June 27, 1998

Simon Gagne

SIMON GAGNE: I just saw a couple scouts yesterday.

SIMON GAGNE: It is a great organization. It's a big team and I-- right now we have a good team and a great experience. I think it is very good for me to go with Philadelphia Flyers.

SIMON GAGNE: I'm a quick skater. I think if I prove more speed if I like that, yes.

SIMON GAGNE: Repeat, please.

SIMON GAGNE: My weight is -- I have no problem with my weight. I will have a couple of pounds when I start my training. Now I'm 137. With the time I think I will get more pounds, too.

SIMON GAGNE: My grandfather played in American League within ^^ Deya Napolis, now my grandfather is dead, but he was a hockey player, too. And my father played for Kings School for Philadelphia Flyers during the time he was in Quebec.

SIMON GAGNE: I think, my plans, I finish my junior two years and after my two years, I don't know, but with the time if I'm more, I think more pounds, more physical, I don't know. But my objective is to finish my junior after, I see that. Now I'm 168, 167.

SIMON GAGNE: Just training. It is muscle, I think.

SIMON GAGNE: What?

SIMON GAGNE: No.

SIMON GAGNE: No, but it is funny thing, I'm very happy to go with a great organization.