“It's always tough when you're off the ice for a while when you've got to come back because you can't replicate the type of cardio that you need to play hockey and you can't really replicate skating at all. You can run as many stairs, or bike as many whatever on your spin bike as you want, but you can't replicate it at all.”

Canadian professional ice hockey player

Connor Andrew McDavid is a Canadian professional ice hockey player, captain of the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League. Drafted first overall by Edmonton in 2015, he has become one of the sport’s most closely watched stars. He plays centre and is known for his speed, skill, and ability to drive a game from the middle of the ice. As the Oilers’ captain, he has been central to the team’s identity and success, and his reputation has grown alongside his rise from top draft pick to elite NHL player.