Minor strides gained is what I was told.Enough to bypass filing disclaimer. Still an option that obviously needs a re-vote by #NHLPA
— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) January 3, 2013
Told mediator has actually been involved all week long - not just today
— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) January 3, 2013
added 1:32am,
I'm told one item that hasn't been part of the NHLPA's offers is a cap on escrow.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) January 3, 2013
added 1:34am,
A major issue still to be resolved in NHL talks is the 2013-14 salary cap. League looking for $60M, NHLPA asking for $65M.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) January 3, 2013
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