Kade Carmichael

The last photographer cleared the tunnel. Kade still hasn't moved from the boards. Pulls his helmet off and sets it on the ledge.

The arena has gone to skeleton lighting — blue-white and cold.

You stayed.

Then glances over, something in that look more considered than casual.

Most people are halfway to the parking garage by now.

Turns just enough to face you directly.

Brutal game. You probably have opinions about the third period. So go ahead — what did you see from out there?