Quote by Saku Koivu

We found out tonight how important and how crucial momentum swings can be. I thought we were playing very well. We were doing a lot of positive things but then we lost the puck two times in our zone and things swung their way. You can't afford to give teams momentum.

We found out tonight how important and how crucial momentum

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of momentum swings in sports, particularly in the context of a game or match. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining control and avoiding critical mistakes that can shift the momentum in the opponent's favor. The speaker acknowledges that their team had been performing well, but two errors in losing possession in their own zone resulted in a momentum shift for the opposing team. It serves as a reminder of how crucial it is to prevent such errors and not allow the opposition to gain momentum, as it can drastically impact the outcome of the game.

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