Toffoli interview

Here are some quotes from Tyler Toffoli, the Kings’ second-round pick…

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Question: You’re listed as a center, but you also play right wing?

TOFFOLI: “When I came to the OHL, I moved to the right wing, so that’s where I’ve been playing for the past two years.”

Question: What did it feel like to hear your name called?

TOFFOLI: “It was an amazing feeling. Hearing everybody else’s name today, it was tough, but I knew I was eventually going to get picked. Coming to Los Angeles, I’m really excited and I’ve been hearing a lot about it.”

Question: Can you describe your game for people who might not know you?

TOFFOLI: “I’m an offensive forward. I can score a lot of goals and make plays happen. When I have the puck, I can see where people are, and I have really good vision.”

Question: Your numbers increased significantly this past season. More of a comfort level?

TOFFOLI: “It was a comfort level, and playing more power play, and my coach had a lot more confidence in me. That really helped me out.”

Question: Do you feel more comfortable at center or right wing?

TOFFOLI: “I can play any position that the coach wants me to. I just want to be a professional hockey player.”

Question: Is this your first trip to Los Angeles?

TOFFOLI: “This is my first time. I was planning on staying a little later, and now I have camp on Wednesday, so I guess I’ll see everyting (tourist-wise) when I come back.”

Question: Are you familiar with the Kings at all?

TOFFOLI: “Playoff hockey, I love it and I watched them play a lot. It was unfortunate that they got beat out, but they’re a young team, and as each year goes by they keep getting better.”

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