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[BlueSkirt]

Armageddon !

well for us at least.
most of the rest of the civilized world doesn't even care about the NHL.

[LOTCB]

Remember folks....Bettman's PC is SCHEDULED for 1pm...sure the deadline passed, but do you think either side wouldnt listen to a counteroffer in fear of not making it in time for a PC?

Ill believe it when I see it.

Edit: Dammit, dosen't look good now:

The NHL's deadline for the Players' Association to accept its $42.5 million hard cap proposal has passed, and all signs point to commissioner Gary Bettman announcing the cancellation of the 2004-2005 season at a 1pm et/10am pt news conference in New York (live on TSN and TSN.ca). The league has already sent out memos to its teams that it has not contacted the union since Tuesday night, and the season will be cancelled.

Edited by Legend Of the Clown Banner, 16 February 2005 - 11:18 AM.

['7']

they're still negotiating, and both had statements prepared in advance for he settlement or cancellation of the season. All bases should be covered.

it's up for Gary to do the rational thing now and move off of 42.5.

[Darwindog]

Well -- my husband called to report Rebecca has had it with ESPN and this whole lockout ... she made him switch the channel to Boobah -- she LOVES than show I HEARD her ask for it -- weird weird weird! Personally it creeps me out. Thank goodness she doesn't like teletubbies... hey -- I sound like that guy triumph just reamed

Edited by Darwindog, 16 February 2005 - 11:22 AM.

[Satans Hockey]

this makes me want to go rob 3.5 million from a bank so I could give it them so they can make it a 45million dollar cap

[LOTCB]

'7' i have blamed both sides equally and sometimes I cannot understand why one can be totally behind one side...but i do agree with you.....Bettman needs to get to 45 or 46...in the grand scheme of it all....if they cancel the season....the owners will lose much more then making a 4M compromise per team.

And also I agree, you bet they are still negogiating or coming up with ideas...

Edited by Legend Of the Clown Banner, 16 February 2005 - 11:24 AM.

[redruM]

When do pitchers and catchers report???

[Don]

No, no... you need 3.5 * 30 teams. And for everyone saying that the smaller markets wouldn't reach the cap... I think you will see a lot of UFA holding out because "the team has a lot of cap room".

[LOTCB]

When do pitchers and catchers report???

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I think some did. The Old Unit is now tossing off the mound as we speak!!!

['7']

it's Garys move, and it's a simple one at that.

in fact, goodenow messed up by not coming far enough down from 52 million. He should've dropped to 47 mil and put more pressure on Bettman, that way there was a better chance gary comes in at 45-46 mil. As it is right now, Bettman can come in a 44 mil and the players must accept it then.

we're so damn close, it would be a tragedy if the CBA didn't get done

Edited by '7', 16 February 2005 - 11:28 AM.

[BlueSkirt]

this makes me want to go rob 3.5 million from a bank so I could give it them so they can make it a 45million dollar cap

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

3.5 million X 30 teams is what you need.

It's a 105 million dollar difference!

[LOTCB]

it's Garys move, and it's a simple one at that.

in fact, goodenow messed up by not coming far enough down from 52 million. He should've dropped to 47 mil and put more pressure on Bettman, that way there was a better chance gary comes in at 45-46 mil. As it is right now, Bettman can come in a 44 mil and the players must accept it then.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I agree, all it will take now is for one side to come down 3 million lets say, and it will get done...if the difference is cut in 1/2, the side that REJECTS it will be GRILLED by the media for months on end. We all know egos are a big part of this

[El Diablo]

I like how were all huddled in this thread.... makes me think of a bomb shelter ! Anyone bring the blender? A margarita would go down good just about now.... uh.." I picked the wrong week to give up cough syrup"

[LOTCB]

this makes me want to go rob 3.5 million from a bank so I could give it them so they can make it a 45million dollar cap

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

3.5 million X 30 teams is what you need.

It's a 105 million dollar difference!

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Thats one way of looking at it...but believe me, the Sabres wouldnt hit that $45 million dollar cap anytime $oon....nor would several other teams.

[LOTCB]

I like how were all huddled in this thread.... makes me think of a bomb shelter ! Anyone bring the  blender? A margarita would go down good just about now.... uh.." I picked the wrong week to give up cough syrup" 

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Damn we should have tailgated for this!!! Shots of Listerine for everyone!!!!

[BlueSkirt]

LOTCB,

agreed but it is after all a contract, so it must anticipate the scenario.

[Darwindog]

you'll have to hit up 30 banks though dont forget

(boy am I far behind here )

Edited by Darwindog, 16 February 2005 - 11:33 AM.

[LOTCB]

LOTCB,

agreed but it is after all a contract, so it must anticipate the scenario.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I understand what you are saying, but common $en$e has to come into play here.

NO WAY the Sabres can hit that number, if they decided to, they would become the Portland Sabres

[Satans Hockey]

well then each one of us should get down to the nearest bank

Edited by Satans Child, 16 February 2005 - 11:44 AM.

[LOTCB]

I have to say this quote by Mr.Bettman is assessine:

"If every team spent to the $49 million ... total player compensation would exceed what we spent last season," NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said in his second letter of the day to Goodenow. "We cannot afford your proposal."

You think the Predators, Thrashers and Pens will all of the sudden dip into their wallets AFTER a long lockout and spend that much? Cmon Bettman.

The NHL needs a new commish AND a new NHLPA leader!!!

Edited by Legend Of the Clown Banner, 16 February 2005 - 11:45 AM.