Could the NHL players exert pressure on league management through the player’s union?
“Theoretically, yes. But in reality the NHL player’s union is currently in such a state that it couldn’t have any influence on anything. First we need to educate ourselves on how the system works, and then we will be able to apply some pressure.” “I really don’t understand what’s going on in the union. Somebody was dismissed, somebody was caught in a scandal, somebody is suing somebody…. The former chairman, Paul Kelley, was dismissed. A new boss hasn’t been appointed yet. And in two years the collective bargaining agreement with the NHL ends. The players don’t even have a plan as to how we will fight for our rights.” Are you watching any soccer? “Yeah, I saw the game against Germany. I was really worried. I know that now our guys will play Slovenia. It was a good choice. Once again, “lucky” Hiddink was blessed. On the other hand, he has the heaviest load. Team Russia is worthy of a trip to the world championships in South Africa.
