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AirTalk

NHL finally readies to drop the puck

By AirTalk Staff
Published Jan 7, 2013
An empty Staples Center on nights scheduled for hockey could be a common occurrence as the NHL lockout continues.
The Staples Center may be filled with hockey fans again soon -- the NHL and the players union have reached a tentative agreement.
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Photo by Noah Graham/NHLI via Getty Images
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NHL finally readies to drop the puck
Will you be eager for a return to center ice? Or has hockey lost your attention for good? What is in the new collective bargaining agreement and was it worth the wait? Are the Kings ready to defend the title?

Hockey fans rejoice! After a nearly four-month long lockout the National Hockey League and the Players' Association have reached a labor deal. At first glance, it seems the owners came out on top. However, if fans don't return, it could be a lose-lose deal.

We'll find out quickly because the players are facing a compressed season. Teams have to go from a dead halt to break-neck speed this 2013 season. As the Stanley Cup holders, the Los Angeles Kings have the highest expectations, but may have the easiest time winning back fans.

Will you be eager for a return to center ice? Or has hockey lost your attention for good? What is in the new collective bargaining agreement and was it worth the wait? Are the Kings ready to defend the title?

Guest:  

Bob Miller, television play-by-play announcer for the Los Angeles King, NHL team

Nicholas J. Cotsonika, NHL writer for Yahoo! Sports