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NHL ENTRY DRAFTJune 22, 2002Dan PailleTORONTO, ONTARIO Q. With each pick that went along, how were you feeling? Were you getting more nervous? DAN PAILLE: Every pick, I was just getting exactly as you said, more nervous. I knew whenever I would get picked that I would be so thrilled and filled with joy and excitement. I'm very happy that Buffalo picked me. I got pretty lucky with the team picking me. I'm fortunate to be on Buffalo. Q. How familiar are you with them? DAN PAILLE: When I grew up I always went to Buffalo games to watch, because I always wanted to play on a team. Playing for Buffalo is a great dream. Q. Were you a Buffalo fan growing up? Is that the team you rooted for? DAN PAILLE: I wasn't a Buffalo fan. I was a Montreal fan, but I always went to see Buffalo. Q. What do you make of the cheers and the reaction that you got out there? DAN PAILLE: I have a big family, so my reaction, I think it was ten times bigger than what it was supposed to be. I think they were a little too loud at points; sometimes it was unnecessary. But they are supportive and I really like that. Q. Can you tell us how you are going to prepare yourself mentally to make the transition to the NHL? DAN PAILLE: I just want to try my best at everything I do, especially on the ice. I will probably do some visualization as well. I do that quite a bit. I think they'll be prepared very well. Q. How far away do you think you are from being able to play in the National Hockey League? DAN PAILLE: I hope in the next five years that I will be ready. Q. What do you think now about your hometown, how proud they must be of you right now. DAN PAILLE: What do you think? (Laughter). Q. Hosting the Memorial Cup this year, being a big factor in that, does that cap off a fantastic season for you? DAN PAILLE: It's been a tremendous season. I know I could have done better in some situations, but it turned out really good. Q. How would you describe yourself as a hockey player? DAN PAILLE: I would describe myself as a physical player. I take it to the net. I like going in the corners. I won't be afraid to fight anybody if somebody challenges me. I think I'm a strong offensive player. End of FastScripts... |
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