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NHL players in the playoffs talk pregame routines: ‘A game-on, turn-the-engine-on, type thing’ | Globalnews.ca

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Many NHL players and coaches have routines that help them get into the proper frame of mind for the next big game.

Food seems to be a common theme with some players having their go-to menu on game day.

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood taps the crossbar, the right post, left shin pad , left elbow (pad) twice and then gloves.

Players spend all sorts of time making sure their equipment is as prepared as them.

Colorado Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin spray-paints the bottom of his sticks to add a little extra weight.

Avalanche 's Matt Duchene writes the title of a song — “ Jim Bob ” by Hardy — on his stick.

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English

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