from the NHL:

STATEMENT FROM NHL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER BILL DALY

NEW YORK (October 4, 2012)— National Hockey League Deputy

Commissioner Bill Daly today issued the following statement concerning the

cancellation of the 2012-13 regular-season schedule through Oct. 24:

“We were extremely disappointed to have to make today’s announcement.

The game deserves better, the fans deserve better and the people who derive

income from their connection to the NHL deserve better.

“We remain committed to doing everything in our power to forge an

agreement that is fair to the players, fair to the teams and good for our

fans.

“This is not about “winning” or “losing” a negotiation. This is about

finding a solution that preserves the long-term health and stability of the

League and the game.

“We are committed to getting this done.”