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Havlat discusses health after returning to Bay Area

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Martin Havlat is back in California after spending a few months in his native Czech Republic, and he told CSNBayArea.com’s Kevin Kurz that last season’s hamstring injury is all healed up.

“I feel great,” Havlat said. “I was ready to go in September and I am ready to go now.”

The fragile winger returned to the United States to help take care of his new baby girl Tereza, not because of extended health issues. He was limited to just 39 games last season, one of four campaigns where he played in fewer than 60 contests.

Moving on, Havlat dished on a few pertinent topics, beginning with his positive outlook about the lockout ending.

“In [1994-95] they started in January, so we have, let’s say a month and a half left until we know what’s going to happen. I believe still that we’re going to play,” Havlat said. “I believe in what we’re doing and what we stand for, and I believe in Don Fehr.”

Closing things out, Havlat also spoke glowingly about his agent Allan Walsh, who has been frequently outspoken on Twitter during the work stoppage.

“I know what he’s doing, and what he’s writing,” Havlat said. “I talk to him a lot, too. I think it’s been great. Unfortunately, he might be the only agent speaking out and supporting the players. It would be nice if we get some help, but he’s been great. He’s doing a great job not just for his own players, but for the whole group of players.”