Gary Bettman Quotations | Page 2

His ability to face adversity earned him respect. His dedication to hockey ... earned him the enduring appreciation and thanks of everyone associated with the game.

If accommodations have to be made, they'll have to be made in how the tournament is scheduled.

It is clear to me that if we're not working on a written document, memorializing our agreement this weekend, I don't see how we can play any semblance of a season,

a framework that has enabled teams in smaller markets to sign top players.

When you think of his accomplishments on and off the ice, the dignity, class and durability that his career represented, it's truly phenomenal. He deserves the recognition that he's getting.

We've been on record as saying we feel visors should be worn.

We're seeing teams make increasing use of the long pass so the puck goes up the ice now in the blink of an eye,

His foresight brought a franchise to New Jersey and his fervent support helped build the Devils into champions. Our deepest condolences go to his family and to the Devils' organization, which has lost its cherished patriarch.

His achievements further cement the Hull family legacy of hockey greatness.

For a variety of reasons, the story has gotten ahead of itself. I won't speculate as to why. We're treating it very seriously. We'll get to the bottom of this.