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The trouble with referees is that they know the rules, but they do not know the game.

You don't notice the referee during the game unless he makes a bad call.

Coaches will do what they can but it doesn't necessarily bother me. You are an international referee for a reason. If things like that are going to ruffle your feathers, don't bother doing the job.

We talked to the referees before the game; there's always new situations to adjust, for the refs and for us as well. Even on the ice, it's good for players to talk and interact with the referee.

I play the game as honestly as I can. If the referee gives a penalty there is nothing you can do.

I just think more precaution should be taken when I'm inside the pocket. Look at all the replays - I'm on the ground every time. It's unfortunate for myself, it's unfortunate for my team and I'd be lying if I sat here and said I wasn't frustrated right now.

It annoys me when people who don't know what they're talking about boo the referee.

The objective of a referee is not to get mentioned. I tell a lot of young referees that not being mentioned is king. If you can achieve that, that then it has been a pretty good game.

There's an excitement to officiating a well-played game. A lot of discretion, a lot of judgment comes into play.

There's nothing better than a good, blind referee.