According to TSN’s Darren Dregger, an unnamed player told TSN that the NHL has proposed a new deal to the NHLPA (how many times have we heard that before) that includes a movement on contract limits, a possible amnesty cause, and more.

With the Spengler Cup (yes I said the Spengler Cup), and the World Junior Championships taking center stage right now, this is the perfect time for season saving meetings by the two sides. The quicker the NHL can come back, the better for most fans here in Canada, although we’re going to be treated to the worst season in terms of quality since 94-95, when the New Jersey Devils ruined hockey with “the trap”