Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais NHL Hall Of Famer | From Underdog to Hockey Legend - Luc Robitaille, LA Kings President
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Oct 8, 2025 
Luc Robitaille joins the conversation, a Hockey Hall of Famer and the NHL's leading left-wing scorer, now the president of the LA Kings. He shares his journey from a ninth-round pick to a Stanley Cup champion, emphasizing the power of resilience and daily improvement. Luc discusses the importance of positive self-talk, how serving his team fostered confidence, and the rituals that sharpened his skills. He also reflects on transitioning to leadership while prioritizing people, showcasing how character and teamwork drive success.
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Quiet Draft, Big Resolve
- Luc Robitaille was drafted in the 9th round and walked onto the empty draft floor to find the Kings' table and a single pin as a keepsake.
- He treated the draft as an opportunity: "my name's on the list, it's up to me."
Choose Harder Practice To Build Ease
- When told you need to improve a skill, pick the harder practice to force growth, like Luc choosing soft-wheel rollerblades to build speed.
- Deliberately make training harder so the normal condition feels easier during competition.
Service Quieted Self-Doubt
- Negative self-talk was Luc's main enemy and thinking too much pulled him out of the zone.
- He reduced thinking by focusing on service to the team, which shifted him toward flow.