Well it didn't take Gary Bettman long to ruffle the feathers of NHLPA union guru Paul Kelly.
Just when it seemed the two players on opposite sides of any future labor tug-of-war were thought to be on fraternal terms - a rarity, if recent relationships are any indication - there comes word that Kelly is less than impressed with Bettman's perceived grandstanding at the NHL All-Star Game this past weekend.
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So much for Paul Kelly easing into his new gig.
Before the ink has even dried on his new contract as the NHLPA's Executive Director, Kelly will need to get a little dirty.
Player agent Don Meehan and his lawyer...
One thing is certain. The days of cloaked whispers and giggly-girlfriend conversations with the NHLPA ringleader are a thing of the past for Gary Bettman.
With Boston lawyer Paul Kelly poised to be named the NHLPA's top dog, you may want to take the under if you decide to empty your piggy bank with a wager on how long Bettman stays in his Manhattan office.
