Defending Big D, a Dallas Stars community

Talks collapse and so does the hockey world.

While the situation isn't exactly "no news", it's close. Perhaps you can have a shred of hope that a resolution is forthcoming. At least, for the moment.

All sports fans have their quirks, depending on the sport, but hockey fans are a family.

While fan discontent is bubbling over at the threat of a NHL work stoppage, the discontent lacks teeth because fans lack unity and organization.

Europe isn't just a popular destination for vacations. It's also a popular destination for out-of-work NHLers looking to play during a long lockout.

The NHLPA is trying to prevent being locked out and NHL fans are upset and feeling powerless about it. But maybe both groups can help each other out.

The NHL and the NHLPA have canceled Wednesday's meeting after Donald Fehr and Gary Bettman met this morning.

A number of things will affect Seattle if or when they get an NHL team.

We had one of our great artist friends draw up a cartoon summarizing the CBA negotiations. I think she captured it perfectly.

Are there really six teams that might not survive in the case of a missed season?