Is it finally over?

wassupcats · 06-03-2005

Rumors are flying that the NHL lockout is finally coming to a close in the near future. After meeting today for longer than expected, a new unscheduled meeting was announced for tomorrow. All signs are pointing to good things.. stay tuned.

Jason Scheer · 06-03-2005

wassupcats · 06-03-2005

Ah that's ok. If you're not interested it's cool, but that's one reason why I love hockey so much, all our fans are die-hard, none of this bandwagon (cough.. NBA - Suns, Lakers, etc.) crap. We will love the sport and our teams through thick and thin.

KrazyCatFan · 06-03-2005

the NHL had a lockout?

hehe

catgrad97 · 06-03-2005

I heard ESPN rejected the TV contract the NHL had on the table, saying it wasn't worth it.

wassupcats · 06-03-2005

You're oversimplifying CG. ESPN voided the original contract because they felt they could get a better price, and negotiations fell through the second time because the network wants to wait until the lockout is officially over.

Itamicbomb · 06-03-2005

I'm not going to hold my breath, but I think they realize that they are on the brink of absolute extinction as what would be the prime part of the Stanley Cup playoffs pass by without anyone noticing.

It's tough to say whether or not ESPN will pick the NHL back up, even with a reduced price - they are getting equivalent ratings for softball and college baseball, and that sport is rising in popularity. NBC took over the rights that ABC held for the playoffs and marquee weekend matchups late in the year, so some hockey will be on national television regardless. Else, it might just be your local team(s) on FSN.

wassupcats · 06-03-2005

I still think ESPN will swing in late to pick up the games at a very reduced rate.

JMarkJohns · 06-04-2005

I love playoff hockey. But the NHL needs to realize that there is always something else on. NHL tickets are very expensive for good seats, so it's easier/more cost efficient to watch. But I'll be honest, maybe it was because of the Suns playoff run, but I didn't miss playoff hockey at all.

If a basketball game wasn't on, baseball is just as good.

ZONACAT · 06-04-2005

What is this "hockey" sport that ya'll keep referring to?

mines_bigger · 06-04-2005

It was nice to have the LA Kings not on Channel 9.

wassupcats · 06-05-2005

It looks like June 15th is the "drop dead date" for the next season, that is the date sponsors have set to pull their money if the unthinkable happens again, but as of right now, everything is running smoothly and there should be a deal in place by then.

bleedzgreen · 06-05-2005

whats the NHL?

i hope its not nascar related.

wassupcats · 06-07-2005

Wow this is sad. The NHL gets no love.

06-07-2005

"whats the NHL?"

No kidding. and who cares?!

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wassupcats GOAZCATS.com All-American Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,607 Rep Power: 1056861	Is it finally over? Rumors are flying that the NHL lockout is finally coming to a close in the near future. After meeting today for longer than expected, a new unscheduled meeting was announced for tomorrow. All signs are pointing to good things.. stay tuned.

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catgrad97 Moderator Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ice. And the balls. Posts: 30,034 Rep Power: 21474917	I heard ESPN rejected the TV contract the NHL had on the table, saying it wasn't worth it. __________________ The history of Arizona speaks for itself. This time of year, we not only represent ourselves, but all the great players and teams of the past. --Sean Miller, March 2013

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KrazyCatFan GOAZCATS.com Legend Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Darling won't you ease my worried mind Posts: 5,815 Rep Power: 21474864	the NHL had a lockout? hehe

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Itamicbomb GOAZCATS.com Legend Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Posts: 16,020 Rep Power: 21474885	I'm not going to hold my breath, but I think they realize that they are on the brink of absolute extinction as what would be the prime part of the Stanley Cup playoffs pass by without anyone noticing. It's tough to say whether or not ESPN will pick the NHL back up, even with a reduced price - they are getting equivalent ratings for softball and college baseball, and that sport is rising in popularity. NBC took over the rights that ABC held for the playoffs and marquee weekend matchups late in the year, so some hockey will be on national television regardless. Else, it might just be your local team(s) on FSN.

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JMarkJohns Go Forth... Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Flagstaff, Arizona Posts: 20,850 Rep Power: 21474895	I love playoff hockey. But the NHL needs to realize that there is always something else on. NHL tickets are very expensive for good seats, so it's easier/more cost efficient to watch. But I'll be honest, maybe it was because of the Suns playoff run, but I didn't miss playoff hockey at all. If a basketball game wasn't on, baseball is just as good.

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mines_bigger GOAZCATS.com Junior Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 398 Rep Power: 155041	It was nice to have the LA Kings not on Channel 9.

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wassupcats GOAZCATS.com All-American Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,607 Rep Power: 1056861	Wow this is sad. The NHL gets no love.

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ImYourDoctor Guest Posts: n/a	"whats the NHL?" No kidding. and who cares?!

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