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Originally Posted by Macho0978
Isn't this a big risk for the Owners? No agreement would always lead to a lockout as a strike hurts the owners way more. If they extend to January 1 and no deal is agreed upon would this not give the players the upper hand to exercise their opt out and strike right before the playoffs?
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This is an extension to the deadline for the NHLPA to opt out of the current CBA before the start of the 20-21 season. There is no risk of losing any part of this season by extending the deadline.