Bob Goodenow was one of the most influential leaders of the NHL Players Association during one of the most volatile periods in the relationship between the league and its players. He died Saturday at the age of 72.

Goodenow served as the Executive Director of the NHLPA from 1992 through 2005. He was the leader of the organization during the lockout that caused the cancellation of the 2004-05 season. Once that work stoppage came to an end, a salary cap was implemented in what was largely viewed as a victory for NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and the league's owners. However, a salary floor was also part of the agreement, with the players getting 54 percent of total NHL revenues.

After the lockout came to an end, Goodenow resigned from his position and he was replaced by Ted Saskin. The

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