As a young Canadian hockey player, I've always dreamed of making it to the NHL. It's a dream that's shared by millions of kids across the country, but only a few ever achieve it.
I'm lucky enough to be one of those few. I was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the NHL Entry Draft, and I'm now living out my dream of playing in the NHL.
It's an incredible feeling to be able to play the game that I love for a living. I get to travel all over the world, meet new people, and experience things that I never would have if I hadn't been a hockey player.
But it's not all fun and games. Being a professional hockey player is a lot of hard work. I have to train hard every day, both on and off the ice. I have to eat right, get enough sleep, and take care of my body.
It's also a lot of pressure. I'm expected to perform every night, and I have to be able to handle the pressure of playing in front of thousands of people.
But it's all worth it. There's nothing like the feeling of winning a game, or scoring a goal, or making a big play. And there's nothing like the feeling of representing your country on the international stage.
I'm so grateful for the opportunity to play hockey at the highest level. It's a dream come true, and I'm going to make the most of it.