From Dan Cleary after Tuesday's game ...

-- Ever since I came to Detroit a few years ago, it's been a good fit I think for both sides. This is one of the proudest days I've ever had other than being married or having a child. I'm really happy about it and really thankful as well.
-- Probably making the team on a tryout was the hardest part. I found a role the first year and I think I tried to expand on it each year.
-- Hard work pays off and I'm really thankful for today.
-- Think about testing the market? -- I really never (did). I always felt inside that it would get done. What else can you say? For me being a Red Wing is truly amazing.