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Ikonen isn't a statue. He's a gargoyle. He sees everything, judges silently, moves for no one.

Davis

He reacted though. He let Asher handle it. That was the reaction.

Novák

Fair point. Stoic delegation.

Mueller

So they just hate each other?

Novák

They are on the same line and one would rather skate into traffic than pass the puck. You tell me.

Mueller

That seems optimal for failure.

Davis

It's definitely a problem.

Hájek

In Czech league, when two players fight, coach makes them do bag skate until they are too tired to be angry. Very effective.

Novák

Please tell me you're joking.

Hájek

No. You skate until you are too tired to hate. Or you vomit. Usually vomit.

Novák

The NHL version of couples therapy.

Davis

Skate until you either vomit or forgive.

Mueller

That's not in any CBA I've read.

Novák

You read the CBA but don't watch ESPN. I'm reassessing all my life choices.

Later that afternoon

Hájek

Question. Perry said a phrase to me today and I do not understand.