Pat LaFontaine Quotes

#1. I have a brother who practiced every bit as much as I did, but he never made pro. In order to make it as a pro you have to develop your God-given skills.

Pat LaFontaine

#2. It is an immense privilege to be able to play in the NHL. I was very blessed and a lot of things went my way to be able to make it.

Pat LaFontaine

#3. If you've only got one day to live, come see the Toronto Maple Leafs. It'll seem like forever.

Pat LaFontaine

#4. Every time you sustain a head injury, the risk gets higher and higher. I always said that if there ever was a point where the risk was more than minimal, I would stop playing.

Pat LaFontaine

#5. You can't abuse your body and you need to work hard on your weaknesses. Everyone likes to focus on the things they are good at. But when you focus on the things you are weak at, it makes you a much better athlete.

Pat LaFontaine

#6. I've been fortunate. I've had no residual effects whatsoever. I got out just in time.

Pat LaFontaine