Now isn't this one of the darndest things you've ever seen!?
Before every game, Nate Schmidt follows a certain ritual during warmups. Not as much following a certain order of stretches, routine or even trying to be the last player off the ice, as is a tradition that's been practiced by other players before.
No, Nate Schmidt throws a towel up in the air toward Golden Knights massage therapist Raul Dorantes, who's positioned on the bench.
Then during the towel's hang time, Schmidt tries to drink from three separate bottles, rapid fire, that he's lined up on the edge of the bench. Two are filled with Gatorade, one with water.
Same menu, every game.
If Schmidt finishes his drinks before Dorantes catches the towel, the two join forces on a dramatic high five.
Nate Schmidt Performs 'Magic Trick' Before Every Game
The Golden Knights' defenseman follows a unique tradition during warmups every game

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