"Obviously being honoured like that is really, really special. And to share with my family is amazing. They've been on the journey, my parents right from the get go and now my wife and my kids. So amazing, I get to share with them, they're my biggest supporters and sacrifice a lot so I can do what I do. Really glad I got to share with them."
"I think it makes you think about a lot of things, and I think mostly you're just...obviously, the goals are amazing and I'm very proud of it and a lot of people have obviously contributed to it. Just to be going since I was a kid to this point and being in the position that I'm in, I'm just really grateful and thankful for so many people that have impacted me in a great way and continue to support me today."
John Tavares was honoured by the Toronto Maple Leafs after scoring his 500th NHL goal, reached on October 29 against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The milestone lacked an immediate celebration because of the game situation. The team presented Tavares with a commemorative gold stick before a victory over the Utah Mammoth. He was joined by his wife, three children, his parents and general manager Brad Treliving. Tavares credited his family as his biggest supporters and acknowledged sacrifices that enabled his career. He recorded a goal and an assist in that game and leads the NHL with 13 points at 5-on-5. The Maple Leafs next host the Boston Bruins on Saturday.
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