Kesler on why Ducks must win Game 7: 'You only get a kick at the can a couple times'

You only get so many opportunities.

Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Kesler, who has been outspoken during the Western Conference Final against the Chicago Blackhawks, stepped forward once again to convey the importance of winning Game 7 on Saturday.

"I know this team can win," Kesler told Eric Stephens of the Orange County Register. "You know, obviously when you get a taste of the Stanley Cup Final (and) you get that close, you want to be back."

Kesler, 30, waived his no-trade clause to come to Anaheim knowing the Ducks had a chance at the Stanley Cup and he believes they need to make the most out of the opportunity as it may not come along again.

"I think we all know careers don't last forever." he stated. "You only get a kick at the can a couple times. That's why."

Kesler has been to the Stanley Cup Final once in his 11-year career, as a member of the Vancouver Canucks in 2010-11.