MadDog2020 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 I don't know about that...If Kovy signs it, Ebay might not allow it. Clearly, the signing of a 347-page thread is in violation of the CBA. It's right next to the clause about 17-year contracts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDevils1214 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Because this thread has been lacking this lately. And because there is nothing new going on. Love how the Ninja cast no shadow, sexy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim777 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 ESPN SportsNation Poll on the Kovalchuk contract... I found it on a Devils Blog SportsNation Poll Map Screw ESPN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 (edited) This from the NY Post: NHL could fine Devils for Ilya deal http://www.nypost.com/p/sports/devils/nhl_could_fine_devs_for_ilya_deal_eDGrq79q39al96Nmvg6d9J A league source said the NHL is not threatening, but also not dismissing the possibility that the Devils might be liable for a fine of at least $1 million. The fine could go up to $5 million should an arbitrator finds that their $102 million, 17-year contract is indeed a circumvention of the collective bargaining agreement. Edited July 25, 2010 by Rock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msweet Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This from the NY Post: NHL could fine Devils for Ilya deal http://www.nypost.co...q39al96Nmvg6d9J A league source said the NHL is not threatening, but also not dismissing the possibility that the Devils might be liable for a fine of at least $1 million. The fine could go up to $5 million should an arbitrator finds that their $102 million, 17-year contract is indeed a circumvention of the collective bargaining agreement. Legal Maneuvering and posturing. The arbitrator, more than likely, will prevent this from happening in his settlement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 (edited) This From Brooks - NY Post Bettman’s Kovalchuk prosecution merely a temper tantrum http://www.nypost.com/p/sports/devils/bettman_kovalchuk_prosecution_merely_WDABBuMECwc5Mu0780RP4I Bettman's ill-advised quest to impose a one-size-fits-all cap onto 30 teams with varying needs and constituencies is in tatters. The Kovalchuk contract, which meets every legal standard outlined in the collective bargaining agreement, is merely the latest example of a powerful team acting creatively in order to keep as much of its personnel intact as possible. This case isn't about big market vs. small market, not with the Devils ranking between 13th and 16th in league revenues, though that's the umbrella under which the commissioner fights every battle. This one is simply about Bettman stamping his feet in a temper tantrum and using his power to force a moribund NHLPA to gear up and fight a fight it may or may not be prepared to wage. The NHL hard-cap CBA doesn't necessarily discriminate against big-market clubs, it discriminates against successful clubs. The Devils aren't good because they have a high payroll, they have a high payroll because they've been a standard of excellence since the early '90s. The same applies to franchises like Detroit and Philadelphia, teams with ownerships that desperately want to win. Edited July 25, 2010 by Rock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This From Brooks - NY Post Bettman’s Kovalchuk prosecution merely a temper tantrum http://www.nypost.com/p/sports/devils/bettman_kovalchuk_prosecution_merely_WDABBuMECwc5Mu0780RP4I Bettman's ill-advised quest to impose a one-size-fits-all cap onto 30 teams with varying needs and constituencies is in tatters. The Kovalchuk contract, which meets every legal standard outlined in the collective bargaining agreement, is merely the latest example of a powerful team acting creatively in order to keep as much of its personnel intact as possible. This case isn't about big market vs. small market, not with the Devils ranking between 13th and 16th in league revenues, though that's the umbrella under which the commissioner fights every battle. This one is simply about Bettman stamping his feet in a temper tantrum and using his power to force a moribund NHLPA to gear up and fight a fight it may or may not be prepared to wage. The NHL hard-cap CBA doesn't necessarily discriminate against big-market clubs, it discriminates against successful clubs. The Devils aren't good because they have a high payroll, they have a high payroll because they've been a standard of excellence since the early '90s. The same applies to franchises like Detroit and Philadelphia, teams with ownerships that desperately want to win. Sometimes children get their way when they have a tempter tantrum. Hopefully this isn't one of those times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This from Slam Sports: http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Columnists/Simmons/2010/07/24/14819231.html What the Devil was he thinking? Considering Lamoriello’s close professional relationship with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and his right hand man, Bill Daly, it’s almost impossible to imagine that Lamoriello didn’t know the league would object to the more than $100 million contract. In fact, many believe Lamoriello would have made the league aware of the deal before going public with the details. Which begs the question: What exactly is Lamoriello’s game here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim777 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This from the NY Post: NHL could fine Devils for Ilya deal http://www.nypost.co...q39al96Nmvg6d9J A league source said the NHL is not threatening, but also not dismissing the possibility that the Devils might be liable for a fine of at least $1 million. The fine could go up to $5 million should an arbitrator finds that their $102 million, 17-year contract is indeed a circumvention of the collective bargaining agreement. Legal Maneuvering and posturing. The arbitrator, more than likely, will prevent this from happening in his settlement Yeah, that's really desperate and low of Bettman. The NHL has a lot to lose here though; if Kovy's contract goes through then anything ecen the slightest bit less will need to be approved simply on Kovy's precedent. Lots of teams might decide to lock up all their talent right now before the new CBA comes in and the NHL wouldn't be able to do anything about it. The whole mess has a lot of repurcussions and it will be really intersting to see how this all plays out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim777 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 (edited) This from Slam Sports: http://slam.canoe.ca...4/14819231.html What the Devil was he thinking? Considering Lamoriello’s close professional relationship with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and his right hand man, Bill Daly, it’s almost impossible to imagine that Lamoriello didn’t know the league would object to the more than $100 million contract. In fact, many believe Lamoriello would have made the league aware of the deal before going public with the details. Which begs the question: What exactly is Lamoriello’s game here? I think the guy is close, but not touching. For example this bit "Lamoriello is a league guy and a loyalist if nothing else" sort of forgets that that "nothing else"he speaks of includes a paid employee opf the New Jersey Devils. I guess "Lamoriello is a New Jersey Devil first, and a league guy and loyalist second" sinks his whole point though. Well, off to the Flyer's SkateZone for two hours on ice with my son Edited July 25, 2010 by jim777 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chambers Scored Twice Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Had a look and couldn't see that anybody had linked this yet, so here goes. Decent piece. Nothing really new there, but encouraging to see that not everyone is bashing Lou and the Devils. John Jasper blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stolen Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Look at the Devils Roster. Kovy is on it. Now look at his contract. Back at the Roster. Kovy is gone. So is the contract. I'm on a horse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Dan 56 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Look at the Devils Roster. Kovy is on it. Now look at his contract. Back at the Roster. Kovy is gone. So is the contract. I'm on a horse. Excellent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmajeski06 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Look at the Devils Roster. Kovy is on it. Now look at his contract. Back at the Roster. Kovy is gone. So is the contract. I'm on a horse. One of the best posts in this entire thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmajeski06 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Kovy needs to use Old Spice. As does Marty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepperkorn Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 I thought I was the only person who actually liked that add. It drove my husband nuts the single time he saw it... he walked away all irritated when it came on the second time. I thought it was cute Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion15 Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Puck Daddy from this morning hey bettman: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neb00rs Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 (edited) i am not worried. i have a feeling he is going to be a Devil You have a feeling? Look at the Devils Roster. Kovy is on it. Now look at his contract. Back at the Roster. Kovy is gone. So is the contract. I'm on a horse. Wow, only 30 posts and you already get to add a POD to your stat sheet. Because this thread has been lacking this lately. And because there is nothing new going on. Please, no more of this ninja sh!t. Edited July 26, 2010 by ben00rs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unholygoalie Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 (edited) You have a feeling? Wow, only 30 posts and you already get to add a POD to your stat sheet. Please, no more of this ninja sh!t. ...and the feelings so real, you can feel the feeling... Edited July 26, 2010 by Unholygoalie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robdeselich88 Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 ...and the feelings so real, you can feel the feeling... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grcenter47 Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 HAHAAH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellOnICE Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 John Maclean on WNBC NOW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADevilsFan Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 John Maclean on WNBC NOW Care to share about what's said for those of us across the country? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion15 Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 NBC? news? or some "interview show"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS-SS Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Care to share about what's said for those of us across the country? NBC? news? or some "interview show"? Well TG is tweeting some good updates about the interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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