I don’t think the second time is going to be much easier.
I never really allowed myself to believe that I might win because it seemed like such a faraway dream. When you look at the names on the Vezina Trophy, they're legends, and it's humbling to even be mentioned in the same sentence. I've been more worried about getting my name on a roster than I have been about winning the Vezina Trophy. Throughout my career, there were so many times when I got my hopes up and had them come crashing down behind me.
I’d like to say congratulations to the other finalists, you guys had unbelievable years too.
I’d like to dedicate this to all the people who believed in me, their belief never wavered from my earliest ages, my parents, who I would have loved being here today but they did me the favour of staying home and watching my children … so hi Kiley, Hi Kelsey, Hi Keegan.
And my wife, who has literally traveled around the world and never complained once.
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