«I have known Zhenya [Kuznetsov] for a very long time and are friends. There are people who are quite disciplined. Zhenya is not in this category. Zhenya from the category is closer to me if I don't feel [inspired] from what I do, I will definitely look for opportunities to make me feel comfortable. It is an inner and mental state."
«Right now, Zhenya doesn't have this [joy] from hockey, and Kuznetsov, without this recharge, without a spark, he's not interested in anything. He wanted to change the team for a long time, he was tired in Washington, and also – not only aggravated, but in many respects it was influenced by the fact that Laviolette does not play the hockey that is typical for Evgeny Kuznetsov.» - Sergei Fedotov