It's an internal union matter. Ted has worked diligently for the players ... but in the final analysis this will be a players' decision.
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Commissioner Gary Bettman , in an online chat with fans, said that reaching a new collective agreement with the players is not about compromise. It's about doing the right thing to ensure that the game and the franchises are healthy. ... It's unfortunate that he does not see compromise as the way to get a deal done. That attitude is what has prevented us from having any meaningful negotiations that can lead to a fair deal for both sides. It is disturbing that their only response is to say they have all the solutions and there can be no compromise.Ted Saskin
Hopefully the NHL will use their meeting (with the GMs on Thursday in New York) as an opportunity to not only bring their general managers up to date, but also get some input on what type of salary restraints could be considered other than just a salary cap.
Ted Saskin
I am concerned that the NHL is not serious about developing new concepts together and remains fixated on measuring all of our proposed concepts against a linked, hard-cap system. I fail to see how we can make any progress if the NHL maintains their single-track approach.
Ted Saskin
Frankly, I'm doubtful (holding a World Cup) is something we'll do. Although we will evaluate everything after these Games.
Ted Saskin
' 'A lot of emphasis has been placed on player input through the competition committee, ... 'I've had frequent dialogue with (the league office) on a host of commercial issues where I think our input is respected.
Ted Saskin
We understand from media reports that an NLRB charge has been filed against the NHLPA,
Ted Saskin
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