The New York Rangers are one of the most profitable franchises in the NHL, so it’s no surprise its owner, James Dolan, wants to get back to business as soon as possible.
“The only thing I can say is that I want us to play hockey,” Dolan told ESPNNewYork.com over the weekend.
However, the fact he said anything other than “no comment” will raise some eyebrows. Individual owners have been predictably quiet during the ongoing the CBA negotiations, leaving the talking to commissioner Gary Bettman and deputy commissioner Bill Daly.
Dolan’s comment, though fairly innocuous, will be a welcome one for the NHLPA, which is surely hoping the profitable franchises will put pressure on Bettman to get a deal done.
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Dallas, Edmonton to play exhibition game in Oklahoma City
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The home of the Oilers’ AHL affiliate.
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He’s frustrated nothing got done in Calgary.
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The big unveiling will be on June 4.
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He constructed the silver medal-winning team at the 2010 games in Vancouver.
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“It’s been pretty quiet for a while now.”
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“(Gillis’) fault all the way.”
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Additionally, Chicago will play Detroit and the Kings will host the Sharks.
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Thursday’s collection of links
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They rank first and second in shorthanded goals in the 2013 playoffs.
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It initially made it look like he suffered an injury.
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AHL Bruins blow 3-0 series lead against Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
May 22, 2013, 11:40 PM EDT
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Trent Whitfield has now been on the wrong end of history twice.
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Video: Sens coach won’t take questions, refers press to game sheet
May 22, 2013, 10:59 PM EDT
John Tortorella would be proud.
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The Penguins “have too much depth.”
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Ottawa’s strong first period was wasted.
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Report: NHLPA director Fehr wants to address issue of fighting
May 22, 2013, 9:02 PM EDT
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He’s been reaching out to agents and players.
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Mike Halford and Jason Brough tackle that question.
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He also wants to express his gratitude to the Vancouver Canucks.
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Beau Bennett and Jussi Jokinen have been inserted into the lineup.
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Two swift playoff exits sunk the Canucks’ coach.
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His career has gone downhill since being part of the Hodgson trade.
