Hi everyone, These links were posted on the Maine Hockey Discussion List and thought others might be interested: The general idea is that the author feels we won't miss the NHL if it goes away or if there is a lengthy work stoppage and uses Todd Bertuzzi to help illustrate the point. Eric Weinrich is an NHL veteran and former University of Maine player. Original Article: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/columnist/brennan/2004-03-10-brennan_x.htm Weinrich Response: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/hockey/nhl/2004-03-16-weinrich-letter_x.htm --- Deron Treadwell - [log in to unmask] GO BLUE! Check out the unofficial Maine Hockey web site at http://www.blackbears.net