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Even when my New York Rangers or San Jose Sharks don't make the cut, I love the Stanley Cup playoffs. As I watch things heat up this year, I keep fixating on the legacy of Steve Yzerman — it's one that business leaders should study and emulate.

"Stevie Y," as he's commonly known, became captain of the Original Six Detroit Red Wings at age 19 and was the team's captain for 20-plus years. Eventually, he retired as the longest-serving captain in the history of major North American sports.