Curtis Lazar will miss Chris Phillips for a number of reasons.
After the veteran defenseman announced his retirement, the young Ottawa Senators forward tweeted out his appreciation for being taken under Phillips' wing early in his career.
Tremendous career for @CPhillipsFour can't thank you enough for mentoring me into what it takes to be a pro each and everyday! #pureclass
— Curtis Lazar (@CurtisLazar95) May 26, 2016
On the flip side, Lazar needs to find a new carpool.
The real question is... If @CPhillipsFour is working in the front office now, does that mean he can still drive me to practice?
— Curtis Lazar (@CurtisLazar95) May 26, 2016
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