George McPhee Quotes

The thing we have to understand is that Alex was in the homeland, playing for a professional team over there, he was in training camp and was earning a substantial amount of money. So the decision was not easy for him. But he wanted to come to Washington. He's a terrific young man who is going to be here for a long time.

- George McPhee

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He has been playing at an elite level for several seasons and is ready to prove himself in the NHL. We look forward to having him in a Capitals' uniform for many years. He has an infectious style of play and displays an exciting combination speed, finesse and power. - George McPhee

It's a personal decision that we understand and respect... We're living in a more enlightened age, especially in sports, and you have to sensitive to these things and understand that certain things in life supersede sport. - George McPhee

I have respect for Glenn and the enthusiasm that he has. I like the culture that he had in Portland and I liked what I was hearing in the locker room there. He's right, the process has to come first and if we have that, the wins will come later. - George McPhee