2012
08.29
08.29
stoppages are old hat in the NHL.
Especially in the Gary Bettman era.
Since Bettman became commissioner in 1993, the league endured a shortened regular season during the 1994-95 lockout. Ten years later, an entire season was lost due to the lockout and subsequent work stoppage during the 2004-05 season.
Many fans said they would never forgive or forget the lost season, but that has not proven to be the case. The NHL has had record revenues since that lockout, and fans have returned to the game.
Another lockout could be at hand Sept. 15 if the league and the NHLPA have not come to an understanding on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement.
While it will be painful for fans, players may be in the process of making ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins
Especially in the Gary Bettman era.
Since Bettman became commissioner in 1993, the league endured a shortened regular season during the 1994-95 lockout. Ten years later, an entire season was lost due to the lockout and subsequent work stoppage during the 2004-05 season.
Many fans said they would never forgive or forget the lost season, but that has not proven to be the case. The NHL has had record revenues since that lockout, and fans have returned to the game.
Another lockout could be at hand Sept. 15 if the league and the NHLPA have not come to an understanding on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement.
While it will be painful for fans, players may be in the process of making ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins