Sergei Shirokov: "The main thing is winning"

- Did this transfer to SKA come as a surprise?

- It's nice that the guys and the board have taken me in well, so I haven't had any problems. The agreement about the trade came about quickly, and I'm only just taking it in.

- Have you spoken with the coaching staff?

- Yes, and I have only great impressions. The main thing that they demand from me is absolute commitment in every episode on the ice. I will try to help the team as I can, either on the powerplay or on the penalty kill. I am ready to take on any role.

- How long will you need to build up mutual understanding with your teammates?

- It's hard to say, time will tell. I would want everything to go well in the first game.

- Are you ready for fierce competition within the team?

- Of course, that's even a good thing. At every training the player will give everything, and because of that we will get positive results.

- What can you say about SKA?

- It's an excellent team with a lot of quality players. We will do everything to win.

- SKA love jokes inside the team.

- I love joking around, I don't get offended when people laugh at me. Laughing is good, everyone should be positive.

- Have you decided where you will live in Saint Petersburg yet?

- No, not yet. The first few days I will be in a hotel probably, and then with my family we will choose somewhere to live.

- Saint Petersburg is a special city. What connections do you have with it?

- There's a lot of rain there, but I have only good associations because Saint Petersburg has excellent fans. It is always nice to play inside the Ice Palace, the stadium has the league's best atmosphere. I will try to make the fans happy with my game.

- What is the most important thing for you?

- Commitment and winning.

- Which number will you play with?

- I already have a number on my helmet - nine. I didn't have a big choice, as other numbers have been taken by players in the youth team. I hope nine will bring me luck.

- Which players would you like to play with?

- The coaching staff will decide which line I will be in. I'm ready to play with anyone, it depends on the coach.