November 30, 2010

Ask the Sharks: Murray's Answers

The following article featuring former Cornell standout Douglas Murray appeared November 29 on the San Jose Sharks Web site.

 

By Patrick Hooper
Internet Services Assistant

Since being drafted by the Sharks in the 1999 NHL Draft, defenseman Douglas Murray has asserted a physical style of play along the blue line. Eclipsing 300 games this past November, Murray consistently ranks near the team lead with hits and blocked shots. The native of Bromma, Sweden, who represented his country in the 2010 Winter Olympics, is not all brawn, as he was named by The Sporting News as one of professional sports smartest athletes. 

You were given the chance and asked the veteran d-man about being named to that list. You were also curious about how Murray’s teammates feel about his cooking. His answers to those questions, plus more, are in the latest segment of Ask the Sharks. 

1. What's the most weight you have ever lifted? And what is your focus when you are working out? –Marcus

The most weight I’ve ever lifted… I have no idea. But, my focus when I am working out is on muscles that are going to help my quickness.

Complete article can be accessed via the Sharks Web site by clicking here.