Gary Bettman

Column: Season that almost wasn't ends with a bang

13 days ago

"I explained that's no surprise," NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said then, "since time after time, our research tells us we've got the best in-person experience in sports.

AP Sources: Coyotes sale approved, hurdle remains

24 days ago

They said NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, deputy commissioner Bill Daly and the prospective buyers will meet with Glendale officials on Tuesday for talks on a lease.

Kings, Ducks set to play at Dodger Stadium in 2014

26 days ago

"With their meeting in the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series, the Ducks and the Kings will write the next chapter in the exciting story of NHL hockey in Southern California," NHL commissioner...

Penguins, Blackhawks to play outdoor game at Soldier Field

48 days ago

"Our fans and our teams love outdoor games and we are thrilled the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series will present a number of these experiences to a large number of our fans in a variety of...

NHL realignment makes Dallas Stars feel right at home

95 days ago

"On other issues, Bettman said talks are ongoing with Olympic officials regarding whether the NHL will participate in next year's Winter Games at Sochi, Russia.

Column: Will NHL be a no-show at Sochi Olympics?

105 days ago

Yet Bettman may not be convinced to go along unless he can extract more rights to the product and better access at the games than the NHL received in the last deal.

NHL meets with IIHF again on Olympic issue

123 days ago

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and International Ice Hockey Federation President Rene Fasel met for about 2 1/2 hours after a 90-minute get-together Thursday night.

Here are 47 things to ponder for Super Bowl XVLII

136 days ago

It still won't be as bad as when Gary Bettman hands out the Stanley Cup in June.15.

Top Shelf: Jilted Coyotes begin owner search anew

137 days ago

But, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman would have to renege on his promise to keep the team in the Phoenix area for that to happen and that seems highly unlikely at this stage.

Helene Elliott: Two sides of NHL's Gary Bettman: league innovator and lightning rod

137 days ago

"One lost season, two decades and three lockouts later, Bettman has generated more material for stories about labor negotiations than anyone but lawyers could have wanted.

Top Shelf: Sharks dive headfirst into season

139 days ago

Knocking Gary Bettman's decision to place teams in non-tradional hockey markets has become a favorite pastime of hockey fans.

Mark Whicker: Time for Ducks to exhibit some hang time

143 days ago

Ever notice that Gary Bettman can't answer a question without raising his eyes to the ceiling?

Maybe Gary Bettman was right: NHL fans come back fast, and in droves

149 days ago

Say what you will about Gary Bettman - the NHL commissioner who is loved by fans as much as Sidney Crosby is adored in Philadelphia - but the man knows how to read his paying customers.

48 things you might not remember about the NHL

151 days ago

Don't look for Gary Bettman or Donald Fehr on this list.

Fehr pushes on as NHL lockout continues

156 days ago

In hockey's ongoing labor impasse, Fehr still has his critics, though the bulk of the finger-pointing is directed at NHL commissioner Gary Bettman.

Mediator and players' union threat get the NHL moving

159 days ago

Bettman has said that a new labor deal must be done by Friday in order for training camps to open the next day and a season of at least 48 games could start Jan. 19.

NHL, NHLPA meet with mediator again, will continue Saturday

159 days ago

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has said a regular-season schedule of at least 48 games must begin by Jan. 19.

NHL, players reach tentative deal on new collective bargaining agreement

159 days ago

The league believed Fehr was slowing the process in an attempt to wear owners down; the union believed Bettman wanted to take back many contractual rights players earned during previous disputes.

NHL unanimously ratifies new CBA

159 days ago

Commissioner Gary Bettman also took to the podium and issued an apology for the events which led to the 113-day lockout, the third of his tenure.

NHL owners, players reach tentative agreement

160 days ago

After a marathon session in New York, league commissioner Gary Bettman and NHLPA Executive Director Donald Fehr announced the deal around 5 a.m."

NHL needs a commissioner who understands show business

161 days ago

The league expanded under Bettman; it established lucrative TV deals under Bettman; it embraced the Olympics despite the fact it means stopping league play for two weeks every four years.

Marcus Hayes: Fighting back where it belongs

162 days ago

Commissioner Gary Bettman, used to bullying overmatched NHLPA reps, found himself met by an object as immovable and self-promoting as himself: former baseball union czar Donald Fehr.

NHL's next step is winning back hardened fans

162 days ago

This is the third labor dispute in Commissioner Gary Bettman's tenure, and though the fans returned in the past, the jury is out this time.

Game on, but when will the NHL drop the puck?

162 days ago

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and union head Donald Fehr both appeared drained, wearing sweaters and not neckties, when they stood side by side at the hotel and announced labor peace.

Helene Elliott: There's no real winner in NHL, players' labor settlement

162 days ago

"The inescapable conclusion is that Gary Bettman, (counsel) Bob Batterman and some NHL owners were under the mistaken belief that players would crumble under the pressure of another lockout.

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