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Former Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau gave the following statement while in conversation with Comcast SportsNets Chick Hernandez:

"The support from the people has been unbelievable. I can't thank the fans enough. They made this bearable. Losing your job is never easy.

"My wife and I love the D.C. Area. I can see myself, if I never get another job, coming back and staying here forever."