Interesting
article where they suggest that both sides are afraid to put good offers because of history between the league and the union. Specifically referring to Bettman forcing Goodenow's concession of 24% rollback on the players in addition to getting the salary cap.
It is getting a bit annoying when 'experts' claim there is an agreement on the 50/50 split, considering the parties 50/50 solutions are very far apart.