NHLPA head Goodenow just resigned! Who didn't see that one coming?

[Oreo]

There was no way he was going to be able to stay after he got a worse deal than what was offered before the season was lost. Good riddance! Now it's time for Bettman to pack his bags.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2118641

National Hockey League Players' Association executive director and general counsel Bob Goodenow resigned Thursday.

"With the conclusion of the negotiations and the ratification of the new agreement, the parties concur that this is an appropriate action for the future," Goodenow said in a statement. "I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve the players over the past 15 years and to have had the support of a tremendous staff at the NHLPA. I wish the players every success under the new CBA."

Senior Director of Business Affairs and Licensing Ted Saskin will take over Goodenow's position.

"I have enjoyed working closely with Bob for the players over the last 15 years," Saskin said in a statement. "I know how dedicated Bob has been to the players. I plan to continue to serve them by building on the strong base that Bob created at the NHLPA."

[getmeouttahere]

1. Yep, he made the greatest miscalculation...

in the history of sports, perhaps in the history of business

[hasbro]

2. Well...

I think Richie Phillups having all the umps resign is the worst.

This is up there with the NFLPA's 87 strike.

[MaineDem]

3. I'm actually surprised it took so long (nt)

[MrSlayer]

4. Now if that bastard Bettman would just go with him I'd be happy.

I fucking despise him with heart and soul.