Leelanau Sports Guy’s World

Here’s some articles from the Record Eagle talking about the lockout and now cancellation of the 2004-05 season. I just hope they get something worked out so 2005-06 starts on time, but I’m not going to count on it.

NHL season iced; Dallas Drake: This falls entirely on owners - Record Eagle article by Dennis Chase

Owners reject final proposal; Bettman cancels season - Record Eagle article from the Associated Press

Red Wings, Hockeytown fans lament loss of 2004-05 campaign - Record Eagle article from the Associated Press

Fans are ‘upset, hurt’ by news - Record Eagle article from the Associated Press

My view: I still blame everyone involved, but the players could have ended it by accepting a fair $42.5 million cap. That’s just my opinion. The NHL won’t be the same when it does start again, my guess is there will be fewer teams and a cap lower than the one the players turned down. I am sure the players who will be out of jobs because of fewer roster spots will be very happy with the union.