"When I grew up, all my coaches were telling me to protect my goalie. So when somebody slashes my goalie, that's my job to step in. If they want to keep doing it, they're [going] to keep getting it. That's how it is."
"That's an identity. Every team knows that. I feel extremely confident in my blue paint because of that. They allow me to play free and understand that you're going to have my back."
Nikita Zadorov expressed frustration over the Buffalo Sabres' attempts to disturb goalie Jeremy Swayman after the whistle during Game 2. After a physical altercation with Zach Benson, Zadorov emphasized his role in protecting Swayman, stating that continued aggression from the Sabres would result in further retaliation. Swayman acknowledged the importance of Zadorov's support, noting that it allows him to focus on his game. Despite the Sabres' tactics, Swayman has performed well, maintaining a .932 save percentage through the first two games.
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