""And even if you don't know guys, you know guys that sort of [have been] playing with other guys. So I think that helps kind of break the ice, or you get to know new teammates sooner, which obviously, I think, is the biggest thing. It's more about just, like, coming together with the group ... and I think every group is different, but just getting out throughout your career," said Skinner."
""Everyone goes through their own kind of personal sort of journey," he said. "Guys have to kind of figure out what works for them personally. So I think, for me, I bounce things off other guys, whether they're older, and see if a guy's been in a certain situation, what they did in that situation, maybe it works for you.""
Jeff Skinner, 33, remains calm and thoughtful while adjusting to a new team and draws on league relationships to connect with teammates quickly. He emphasizes learning from others, borrowing approaches that may fit individual needs, and consulting veterans about situations. Skinner describes a personal journey where players figure out what works for them and adapt accordingly. He demonstrates humility by sharing what has worked for him and encouraging teammates to take useful pieces. Skinner stresses preparing for adversity and treating each season as a fresh start, using experience to handle the excitement and grind.
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