Say Goodbye to the NHL Season

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=1945492

Well, it looks like the NHL season is done! The league is set to reject the NHLPA's offer, but should provide a counteroffer sometime today.

Both sides are vehemently sticking to their beliefs regarding a salary cap.  The NHL will only accept one, the NHLPA has no interest in putting one in place. 

I'm curious if the NHL's proposal includes any concessions on their part, or if it will simply echo it's hardline stance since the lockout began, over 89 days ago!  At least the NHLPA seem interested in barganing (probably because they've felt the pain of missed paychecks).  Personally, at least the NHLPA is trying to make something happen.  I'll reserve judgement until we see what the owners have to respond with.

Personally, I just want them to work together to come to a solution.  There are things that need to be changed on both side, and I don't really favor one or the other.  I'm just sick of the constant bickering, personal attacks, and non-movement (last week's proposal was the 1st since September).  I know it's "utopian view", and isn't realistic - but lock yourselves in a room and don't leave until a deal is done!!!!!!  In the immortal words of Charlie Brown - AARGH!!!!!!!!!

GAME ON!  PLEASE?!?!?!?!