Nervous and excited, but as soon as I can throw an elbow or a good hit, I'll be fine.
As for superstitions, I am not at all superstitious, and am fully cognizant of the fact that my behaviors have no impact on the game. So I don't do things like wear red underwear, or walk the same way to work.
Having said that, I am also careful not to tempt fate. I am not going to rub it in the hockey gods' faces by saying things like shutout, or talking about the playoffs before we're in.
It comes down to risk reward: I sincerely doubt my actions have any relevance, but I am still going to be respectful, just in case.
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