Dustin Brown’s postgame thoughts…
(on the series…)
BROWN: “Sometimes you have to lose before you can win. There’s a lot to learn from this series. We had the momentum, and it can switch just like that. That’s what we can learn from this whole series. It’s a huge learning experience. We lost, but we had games in our grasp, and that’s something that, this time of year, it’s disappointing. From a team standpoint, I’m proud of the group and how we played. A lot of guys, this was their first time for this, and it’s a whole different level from the regular season. This is a learning experience for everyone. You’ve got guys who have been through it, but they can’t sit there and tell you about it. You have to experience it, and that’s part of the process.”
(on learning from this experience…)
BROWN: “Definitely. We have to. Like I said, this is a first for a lot of guys, and we have to learn from this experience. We had a chance to secure the series and we let it slip by. That’s something we have to learn from. In a year’s time, if we’re sitting here having this same conversation, then we haven’t learned anything at all. That’s the difference. It didn’t happen this year, but this series, right now, might be the turning point for this team. Come this time next year, we might not be having this conversation at all. It’s a matter of what we can take from this series.”
(on the matchup against the Canucks…)
BROWN: “We finished one point behind them in the standings. We had them pinned to the ground in Game 4 and let it get away. We win that game and the series is 3-1, probably has a different outlook. As you look back, it is a huge growing experience. It is kind of like what we went through last year, but this is a whole different aspect, being in the playoffs. I think it is something we need to reflect on later.”
Dusty is one of them who gets an A in the series! Thank you Brownie!
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Really wise statements made by the Captain. Agree 100%! Chicago Blackhawks V2 is what we should look forward to seeing very soon! Patience.
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You’ve given us a great year and once again it’s good to be a Kings fan! Looking forward to bigger & better things next year. You guys are the best.
GO KINGS 2010-2011
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This has already helped him, growing into that “C” definitely. Love the attitude…
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We could have stole this series. Dustin I applaud you for playing hard. You are a true power forward and I’m glad you are the captain. No time to reflect, rest your body and mind and we will come back stronger next year.
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What a season Brown. You have come a long way. I am glad that you are leading this team! It was a great season and this is just the beginning. If last year was a growing experience and this is what happened, then I am looking forward to next season. October can’t get here early enough. Thanks for such a fun and exciting season!! Till next year, GO KINGS!!!!
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Brown thanks for coming out in the playoffs. You were one of my biggest worries and you actually showed up in the post season! Great job and some wise words being spoken. You made me feel a little better inside after that loss. Thanks Captain. But Murray still sucks as does Williams and Jones!
Can’t wait to see Quick and Bernier battle it out next season. At least the the minutes will be down and our goaltender heading into the playoffs will not be burnt out. Also can’t wait to buy a Kovy jersey and can’t wait to burn a Jones one! Cheers!
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Thank you Dustin…..you rocked this season
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Can’t go from suck to champion….it is a learning experience. Plus, shame on those fools who got into a fight near the end of the game…classless.
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Look at what happen the first time Pitt/sidney crosby got into the playoffs… the same thing that happen to the kings… It’s disappointing to see them lose 2 that got away, but on the other side, the future looks sooo very bright.
These are things to grow from and well.. i’m ready for next season!
Thanks Kings!
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Thanks for the ride Dustin….great yr and better future ahead!
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Wise words from a mature young man. This is one of the reasons the Kings got far because of him.
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In looking back on the series, most of the glarring mistakes were made by the seasoned vets with ‘experience’. Turn-overs at the blue lines, not clearing the puck out of the zone when given the chance, and getting caught deep in the offensive zone are things than even Squirt players know are the kiss of death. So why was it that our ‘experienced’ players didn’t make plays that require very little experience?
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Thank you, Brownie. As a King’s fan I’m very happy to see you wearing that “C” and look forward to an even better season for years to come.
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Thank you Dustin for an amazing season! You made us all proud to be Kings fans again! Losing in the playoffs hurts, and it should. Never forget this feeling, next time, you will have the experience to put away teams when you have the chance. The team will have that killer instinct. I can’t wait for next season!
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Captain Brown,
What a great season thanks to your efforts in getting the team together and creating a cohesive team. I guess thanking Greener and Kopi would be in order too. What a great leadership team!
Everytime the team was on the ice this season, I could tell that everyone was in it together, win or lose. I hope you all had fun and take pride in what you accomplished. Great job, and only better things to come.
Thanks for an exciting and rewarding season.
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Thanks Brownie. I have held off on buying a sweater because I wasn’t sure whose name I wanted on the back. Ive been a fan of yours and of your style of play for awhile. I’m going to fly your colors. Great season, shitty ending, but a great season. You and the boys can hold your heads high. Proud to be a Kings fan.
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Thanks for a great and intense season Brownie. Those are some wise words from our Captain. Yu deserve to wear that “C”. I cant wait for what next season holds. Proud to be a Kings fan. Go Kings
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