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Tuesday's Dump & Chase: Winter Classic on the Chopping Block

Next up on the NHL's list of milestones during this lockout is the cancellation of the Winter Classic, the regular season's most anticipated event. It's like the league is trying to drive fans away...

By Dirk Hoag

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