edicius 3,269 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 This can't be real. There's no way Burke would allow Bettman to do this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 (edited) This can't be real. There's no way Burke would allow Bettman to do this. Burke's powerful but he's no Lou Lamourello. Edited April 21, 2008 by Hank Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 Burke's powerful but he's no Lou Lamourello. Oh, Lou Lamiorello can kiss my- *knock knock* Aw hell, they found me! You never saw me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest nutz2u Report post Posted April 21, 2008 I think Betty should fine weenie wad Pronger jus cuz I hate him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ben_usmc 253 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 Maybe I misread it the article, but isn't this what we wanted for the NHL to not let players pull this stuff? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 Maybe I misread it the article, but isn't this what we wanted for the NHL to not let players pull this stuff? Oh, believe me, I LOVE the fact that the NHL is fining Needavacation's ass. TSN's picked up on the story now too. http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=235387&lid...s=headlines_nhl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlackhawksFan 4 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 (edited) I find this amusing. There goes that whole Burke-NHL Front Office Conspiracy... Edited April 21, 2008 by BlackhawksFan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 Burke will whine like little boy about this. and you know, it's just so good to see this. first whiner's bunch of goons is schooled in Round 1 and then Scotty "All Star" Niedermayer gets fined for part-time hockey. that's really priceless. enjoy your golfing, Brian! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 I actually think it's a good move. I mean, I guess they're right in a lot of ways that he broke some rules, and even if it was all legit, you don't want people to get to thinking that this is a good idea. I might be overreaction, but I can think of a lot stupider moves that Bettman's made. My only question is why now and not 3-4 months ago? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HomeNugget 2 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 sounds like the NHL is trying to beat burke at his own game. the ducks suspend neidermeyer so his salary wouldn't count against the cap while he "contemplated retirement." the league fines neidermeyer for missing training camp without permission. burke says they gave him permission, but if they did give neidermeyer permission then why was he suspended? well played mr. bettman. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlackhawksFan 4 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 It turns out something else happened... TSN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 Huh. So Burke tries to make things look legit (or he's pissed that Needavacation's waffling cost them position for the playoffs and ultimately, the first round). And now the LEAGUE is trying to bail out Niedermayer so he doesn't have to pay the fine. ...the league, in concert with the NHL Players' Association, is apparently negotiating to ensure that some or all of Niedermayer's fine doesn't actually have to be paid. Burke/NHL Front Office Conspiracy is officially back on! If there's a reason to be critical of the league, this is it. That's where the righteous indignation should be aimed. Either it's a good rule that should stay or it's a bad rule that should be terminated. Make up your mind. The NHL and the NHLPA need to decide what it's going to be, but it sure doesn't seem that Scott Niedermayer or the Ducks are being unduly punished, not as near as I can tell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cirov19 1 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 (edited) Now? Why did he wait so long? Weird. This ones easy. He probably bet $500 000 on the Ducks to win, and when they were out he needed an easy excuse to make quick money. Anyways... I actually agree with Bettman on this one. You have a comittment.. make it. EDIT: After reading the article posted by Blackhawks fan I would have to take back my compliment towards Bettman as he apparently had nothing to do with it... Edited April 22, 2008 by cirov19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MacK_Attack 108 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 that's really priceless. enjoy your golfing, Brian! Ideally, he'll be heading to a new job soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 Ideally, he'll be heading to a new job soon. oh yeah... a captain being first to jump off the sinking ship... he left Vancouver heading into mediocrity and now leaves Ducks which'll need serious reconsideration to be kept on top (if not in playoff picture) next season. way to go, the very best GM in NHL now. wait... not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 Huh. So Burke tries to make things look legit (or he's pissed that Needavacation's waffling cost them position for the playoffs and ultimately, the first round). And now the LEAGUE is trying to bail out Niedermayer so he doesn't have to pay the fine. Burke/NHL Front Office Conspiracy is officially back on! I have trademarked "Scotty Needavacation". I'll see you in court... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 I have trademarked "Scotty Needavacation". I'll see you in court... Oh hell... Would it help if I used ™ from now on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 Huh. So Burke tries to make things look legit (or he's pissed that Needavacation's waffling cost them position for the playoffs and ultimately, the first round). And now the LEAGUE is trying to bail out Niedermayer so he doesn't have to pay the fine. Burke/NHL Front Office Conspiracy is officially back on! I just read this article too. If the league allows this to slide it needn't try to defend itself for being a massive joke. Once again, a handful of GM's have the commissioners office in their back pocket. For the 2nd team to trigger this CBA clause, I would fight to the bitter end that it's also wiped clean from the books. Why is it fair that Anaheim gets away with this but nobody else, here on out, can't? I've always been someone that's defended the league but I can't anymore. Clearly the NHL is simply an old boys club. One that allows it's more popular members immunity from certain rules while others are treated like lepers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 I have trademarked "Scotty Needavacation". I'll see you in court... As much I can't stand when people "change" words to fit their interests (I.E. Foreskin), your name for Niedermayer is clever and hilarious. Congrats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FinWing 26 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 Not a lot of photoshopping needed, priceless! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluedevils_13 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 I'm going to semi-quote Jim Halpert on this one but, I have actually sided on Gary Bettman with something. You win universe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shannyfan1414 0 Report post Posted April 23, 2008 Well i'm glad. I thought it was crap that he waited so damn long to make up his mind. Didn't the ducks even suspend him? That makes me feel like they didn't really give him permission Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
