Hockey to the Max

Talbot was at the FSN studios yesterday for his segment, "Hockey to the Max."

Rob King started by asking him about yesterday's team meeting and THREE-HOUR PRACTICE and Talbot told him that it was like a mini-camp; that it was a long day, but was a good day for the team (enjoyable, exciting, and the players wanted to learn and listen).

Then talk turned to Therrien being fired to which Talbot told him that as a player, you're ready for trades, firing, etc., because thats hockey even though it is hard. He told King that he had / has respect for Therrien and that he made him a better player and person.

Of course they touch on the new coach to which Talbot explained that Bylsma has alot of passion and excitement for the game and gives it to the players.

Talbot also talked a little about the trade deadline and how he feels that the Pens can make the playoffs with the team they have now but that their focus is mainly on the playoffs (not the deadline); ended by saying that the change is exciting and will be good for the fans as well as the players.