97 Quotes by Mike Fisher

You're always going to face a little bit of criticism from time to time. But I was so blessed in Ottawa for so many years. The fans were great to me there. I was blessed to have some good friends and family nearby.

God's given me this talent and ability and this platform. The worst thing to do is to blow that off and not give the right people credit. He deserves all the credit. My faith has been a big part of growing up into who I am and who I'm trying to become.

You can't win the Cup in Game 1.

I've always tried to balance things out in life. I think that's important, and obviously kids are going to add a different dynamic that I can't wait for.

I'm just thinking about wanting to be the best dad I can be.

I think kids need role models. I needed role models when I was growing up and I ran into a lot of different people and that's what helped me.

And as far as being a leader, I've always kind of been a bit of a quiet leader for the most part and tend to just lead by work ethic and example and those types of things and just be a good teammate and try to love everyone the same way.

God gave me a gift and everyone is gifted differently. But it's as though using those gifts for him and kind of recognizing that and giving him the glory and I think just I've been very fortunate.

I believe God gave me the ability to play hockey, and I was helped by dozens of individuals along the way, so it's not just up to me on when it's time to say goodbye.