I think we need to do as much as we can to give back to these young kids growing up. I think we've done a pretty decent job so far. Mario Lemieux backdecentgive Change image and share on social
Everybody I talked to - from my friends to my family and some of the players - really gave me a lot of support from the start. And that certainly made me feel good about trying to come back and be one of the best again. Mario Lemieux backfamilyfeel share on social
I have two main reasons for retiring. The first is I can no longer play at a level I was accustomed to in the past. That has been very, very frustrating to me throughout this past year. The second one is realizing my health, along with my family, is the most important thing in the world. Mario Lemieux accustomfamilyfrustrate share on social
The first few games that we played against some of the teams, the young guys, you know, want a stick sign or photo sign, and I think that they respect what I have achieved throughout my career. Mario Lemieux achievecareergame Change image and share on social
It was great to play with some of my old linemates. Mario Lemieux greatlinematesplay Change image and share on social
When I'm able to see the ice ahead of time when I get the puck, I'm able to make some pretty good plays. Mario Lemieux aheadgoodice Change image and share on social
My body's feeling it a little bit. But one good thing, my back is in good shape, and that's my main concern. I know that my legs are going to take awhile to get back to where I was a few years ago, but as long as my back is solid, I feel that I can play many years. Mario Lemieux agoawhileback share on social
I think the game has opened up, and that's why I decided to come back and try to be a part of it. Mario Lemieux backdecidegame Change image and share on social
We, as a league, must do a better job of protecting the integrity of the game and the safety of our players. Mario Lemieux gameintegrityjob Change image and share on social
I'm only 35, and I felt that the time was right to try to come back and have a chance for him to see me play. Mario Lemieux backchancefelt Change image and share on social