Details here:. http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/1311130--nhl-lockout-ends-deal-guarantees-labour-peace-until-2020
Bettman and Jacobs better not be around in 2020. That's all I have to say.
It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 9:35 AM EST
Details here:. http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/1311130--nhl-lockout-ends-deal-guarantees-labour-peace-until-2020
Bettman and Jacobs better not be around in 2020. That's all I have to say.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 9:48 AM EST
Jacobs is an intelligent businessman, he'll still be around in 2020.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:14 AM EST
but Charlie will
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:25 AM EST
With AHL rosters over 900k counting against the cap, the cap dropping to 64 mill next season, and Horton, Rask, Ference, Caron, and Khubodin needing contracts, things WILL get interesting next summer.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:31 AM EST
In response to davecarr's comment:
With AHL rosters over 900k counting against the cap, the cap dropping to 64 mill next season, and Horton, Rask, Ference, Caron, and Khubodin needing contracts, things WILL get interesting next summer.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:46 AM EST
Just heard Jacobs was in negotiations with the man upstairs trying to strike a deal that would keep him around until 2050 with God having an out clause in 2036..Naturally talks broke down and his holyness stormed out..No further talks scheduled.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:55 AM EST
I dunno, I think Horton will get Savard's money due to LTIR, Khubodin won't get much of a raise (really he is now just a place holder until Subban can back up Rask). Rask won't be going anywhere. So depending on how well Torey Krug develops (he could be in line for lots if ice time if McQuaid isn't ready for start of season) it might not leave much room for Ference after this year.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:58 AM EST
In response to Wheatskins' comment:
Details here:. http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/1311130--nhl-lockout-ends-deal-guarantees-labour-peace-until-2020
Bettman and Jacobs better not be around in 2020. That's all I have to say.
As for the Bruins there are a few storylines that will be intriguing over the next few months:
1) Hopefully Rask and Khudobin are ready to step in and do the job. Due to the condensed schedule both will be needed. Huge year for Rask, as he signed a very team friendly 1 yr deal for the chance to be the number 1 guy. He should and will get his chance now. Hopefully he will be ready.
2) Can Dougie Hamilton make the team? Great skill but may not be ready defensively. Should also get a shot.
3) Seguin's development.
4) Horton's return. I still feel he will be the odd man out next year but it will be interesting to see if he can provide some legit offence this year.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 11:29 AM EST
We now can get on with our regular lives.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 1:27 PM EST
Wonder if Timmy feels the lockout's given him enough time to connect with his F's?
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 1:50 PM EST
Timmy had plenty of time to solely focus on politics during the lockout; he should be ready to go.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 3:22 PM EST
Good to see you all. While I'm not looking forward to enduring the awful functionality on these boards, i'm pumped to talk hockey with you all again.
Go Bruins.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 3:30 PM EST
GO B'S!!!!
now who's in nets?....
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Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 3:40 PM EST
In response to stevegm's comment:
Wonder if Timmy feels the lockout's given him enough time to connect with his F's?
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 3:42 PM EST
In response to ipotnyc's comment:
The teams that get off to the hottest starts in the first 15 games or so will be the ones with the edge in getting into the playoffs. That's what stinks about these shortened seasons.
On top of that the seedings will be so bunched together that they likely will go to 4-5 deep levels in tiebreakers. A 9 seeded team could well have a 2 point difference from a 2 seed. Really.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 4:09 PM EST
In response to dezaruchi's comment:
In response to ipotnyc's comment:
The teams that get off to the hottest starts in the first 15 games or so will be the ones with the edge in getting into the playoffs. That's what stinks about these shortened seasons.
On top of that the seedings will be so bunched together that they likely will go to 4-5 deep levels in tiebreakers. A 9 seeded team could well have a 2 point difference from a 2 seed. Really.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 4:37 PM EST
In response to RichHillOntario's comment:
In response to dezaruchi's comment:
In response to ipotnyc's comment:
The teams that get off to the hottest starts in the first 15 games or so will be the ones with the edge in getting into the playoffs. That's what stinks about these shortened seasons.
On top of that the seedings will be so bunched together that they likely will go to 4-5 deep levels in tiebreakers. A 9 seeded team could well have a 2 point difference from a 2 seed. Really.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 4:50 PM EST
Think of what Fehr and Bettman just made. That should be released.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 5:07 PM EST
In response to dezaruchi's comment:
In response to stevegm's comment:
Wonder if Timmy feels the lockout's given him enough time to connect with his F's?
Given his politics I would think he would be on the owners side.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 5:37 PM EST
In response to RichHillOntario's comment:
In response to dezaruchi's comment:
In response to ipotnyc's comment:
The teams that get off to the hottest starts in the first 15 games or so will be the ones with the edge in getting into the playoffs. That's what stinks about these shortened seasons.
On top of that the seedings will be so bunched together that they likely will go to 4-5 deep levels in tiebreakers. A 9 seeded team could well have a 2 point difference from a 2 seed. Really.
Already have in my area. Crazy out there today. Leafs jersies here and there, Leaf fans know they have a shot to make the playoffs and will brag until the time comes when they're eliminated
God bless them (hahaha)
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 6:04 PM EST
If the Leafs get Leaky Lou they might have a chance, if its Reimer and Scrivner then they likely don't make it. Remember they have the same defence.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 6:23 PM EST
In response to days-of-Orr's comment:
GO B'S!!!!
now who's in nets?....
Stanley Cup to the BRUINS IN 2011 & 2013 (with Khudo as our number 1 goaile)
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:29 PM EST
I am super excited that the lock out is over, but who ever spends the money to buy tickets for this season is a damn fool. Watching it on tv is the way to go. Fu...k the players and the owners for this long of a lock out. Don't give them a dime.
Re: It's over - Now What!
posted at 1/6/2013 10:41 PM EST
RHO, I don't know why but I was surprised to see the Leafs were the only team to not play in a single playoff game between lockouts. The short season could end up being a godsend for them.
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dez - Often with all the usual bluster about the Leafs up here, that fact you mention is frequently overlooked. The labour situation aside the prevailing opinion in Toronto sports media entering this season seemed to be the Leafs had to make the playoffs or Brian Burke was out.
Do you think that situation still holds true especially with this shortened schedule? Could this number of games intensify any heat on him from MLSE?