The close relationship between Zach and J.P. Parise is well-documented, forming the backdrop of Zach’s 18-year NHL career.
But every so often, bits and pieces filter through.“It’s great,” Parise said Friday night. “To see him play, not only with the Islanders, but seeing those Team Canada highlights [in the 1972 Summit Series], it makes you proud. He had an awesome career in the NHL. Just like any kid, I wanted to follow in his footsteps.
“With how influential he was on my life and my career, it means a lot,” Parise said following the Islanders’ 5-4 overtime loss Friday at Columbus. “It’s special to share something like that with him. And I know that he had a lot of success playing on the Island and loved it. I’ve been loving it, too. To share something like that with him is special.”
And he has done that as a 38-year-old, openly contemplating what his future will be after the season: whether to come back for another season or return home to Minneapolis with his wife and kids.
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