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Full transcript of Patrick Kane's statement to the assembled media, shortly after 10am this morning at Seven Bridges Ice Arena in Woodridge, Illinois on the opening day of Team USA Olympic orientation camp.

Hello everyone,

I've been very lucky to achieve every kid's dream to play in the National Hockey League, let alone for a great organization like the Chicago Blackhawks.

Now I also have a chance to play for my country.  A dream come true for myself and also my family.

I know everyone wants to talk about what happened in Buffalo.  As you know the legal proceedings are pending and I cannot discuss the details at this time.

Because I put myself at being in the wrong position at the wrong time, I've caused a lot of pain for my family, my hometown of Buffalo, the City of Chicago, the Chicago Blackhawks and obviously the great fans we have here in Chicago.

And for that part, I sincerely apologize.

But now its time for me to move forward.

I'm excited to get back to the ice and represent the Chicago Blackhawks and the United States Olympic Hockey team.

Thank you

-- 52 seconds

Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman was seated directly to Kane's left on the podium alongside 2010 U.S. Olympic Hockey G.M. Brian Burke.  Kane was ushered in and ushered immediately out after he spoke.  He appeared nervous and mildly shaken as he walked out of the media room.

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