But this time, because of the lockout, we had the whole year to sink our teeth into it. We discussed it with players, coaches, refs and managers, and this was (the edict) to come down.
- Colin CampbellI think we were close before the lockout, and now, even though we have a bunch of new guys, we?re still close, if not closer to being a championship team.
- Simon GagneWe`re very pleased to see both the shipping lines and the union recognize Alaska`s unique dependence on shipping, ... Everything from the Sunday funnies to election pamphlets were affected by this lockout. There is no rail line and only one highway, and it would cost about twice as much and take considerably longer.
- Bob King