Posted AT 8:53 PM EDT on 07/02/05
Hockey's love a labour lost?
Ottawa — Hockey legend Ken Dryden says the NHL lockout has taught many fans that their love for Canada's game is more habit than heartfelt.
It's a revelation that could damage the National Hockey League long after players get back on the ice, he said Monday outside the Commons.
"I think that there are a number of fans in this country who have sensed over the last number of months that actually maybe it was more habit than it was passion.
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