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The crack in the window, James Wisniewski knows, begins to close slowly, almost imperceptibly. Then, before you know it. . .

“You’re young, and you think you have so much time,” muses the newly acquired Anaheim Ducks’ defenceman, “but, then, all of a sudden, you don’t. I’m 31 years old and I’ve only been in the playoffs three years.

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“After spending so much time in Columbus, creating friendships, being involved in the community and calling it my home, it’s tough to leave. But, professionally . . . to be able to come to a team that is a true Stanley Cup contender, not only this year but for years to come, is so exciting.

“It’s unbelievable the amount of luck and timing it takes to win a Stanley Cup. Hot goalie, special teams, staying healthy. I can’t think of another trophy that’s so hard to get. Four series, each series gets harder and harder. And it’s a physical sport. You have to win 16 games, about a third of the number you win during a regular season.