The reality of the situation is they are literally fighting over loose change. Insignificant figures which aren't even large enough to make a real difference in their lives. The message being sent to the fans is basically fuck you, even though you're responsible for keeping the game above water, and essentially paying the players themselves. We are responsible for putting the money in the owners pockets to fuel this game, yet it is being snagged from under our noses for pocket change.
IMO, it's on the players this time. The owners gave in last time, it's time to sacrifice and give a little back in order to help keep the integerity of the game.
I know hope is all but lost at this point, but maybe, just maybe a miracle will occur sometime in the near future.
I hope everyone had a great off season, and may the great people on this awesome forum have a hockey season.