Interview with Eagles

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As has been tradition since Eagles started in the league, we are sitting down with him once again at the seasons start to discuss all things hockey and about Eagles.

 

R: Welcome again Greg, the fans really appreciate you doing this every year

E: No problem, I love doing this and it's great to hear it has taken off among the fans

 

R: How has life been treating you in Riga since the trade?

E: It has been great actually, I got acclimated really quick and just this off-season I bought a house here.

R: Does this mean you see yourself seeing out the rest of your career here?
E: I would like to but my contract only runs for this season and the next. Its possible to sign for an 8th and final season but I will have to see how I feel and what the team needs are. Most teams don't really want an old goalie in his last year but we will see.

R: I am sure all the Riga fans would like to have you back for an 8th season but now lets focus on this season...How has your start been?
E: Well it started off very well, I was playing some good hockey but over the last couple of games it hasn't been so good. I have let in some sloppy goals which has affected my rankings and our overall team play. I have to work more on my speed and agility as with age these are the things that start to slow down.

R: Are you doing anything to get back on track?
E: I have been having extra practice sessions to shake some of this rust off and to snap out of this cold streak. I want to be one of the top goalies this season, just like I was in S70, and that is going to take some extra practice

R: Last season you only had 1 shutout compared to 9 the season before, can you explain why that may have happened?

E: Well, I think it comes down to adjusting to a new team and playing in a different conference. I think now that I am settled and have a season under my belt here, that you will see more shutouts from me.

R: How do you rate your chances this year on winning it all?

E: We have a great shot as we are just as good as any other team out there. We just have to get more consistent and that is something the whole team is working on. We also just brought in a 4th D which will help the team in the long run. Playing with 3 was really not giving our top guys any breaks which led to some defensive breakdowns

 

R: And last question which comes from a fan, they wanted to know what are you 3 favorite foods?

E: Well, I follow the 3 P philosophy in favorite foods and that is Pizza, Poutine and Perogies. Those are my all time 3 fav foods that if I could, I would eat 24/7

R: Thank you for your time Greg, we wish you and Riga all the best this season

E: Thanks and cya again next season!

Edited May 31, 2020 by Greg_Di