Was there a 2005 Stanley Cup?
Was there a 2005 Stanley Cup?
There were two years when the Stanley Cup was not awarded: 1919, because of the Spanish flu pandemic, and 2005, because of the NHL lockout.
What was the NHL lockout 2012-2013?
The NHL lockout 2012-2013 started on September 15, 2012 and ended on January 6, 2013. As a result of the lockout, the season was cut from 82 to 48 games. Once again, owners, represented by Bettman, were attempting to control player salaries through modifications to the salary cap, player contracts, arbitration and free agency rules.
What caused the 2004-2005 NHL season to be cancelled?
This lockout caused the cancellation of the entire 2004-2005 season, and for the first time since 1919, there was no Stanley Cup champion. This was also the first time, in any major North American sport, that an entire season had been cancelled — a major disappointment to hockey fans around the world that led many to sour on the league.
What happened with the NHL and the NHLPA?
On November 21, the NHLPA made a new proposal that left the sides $182 million apart, which Bettman immediately rejected. Two days later, all games up to December 14 were cancelled, as well as the All-Star Game. The NHL and NHLPA agreed to mediation under the auspices of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service on November 26.
