Chelios Optimistic

Chris Chelios of the Red Wings is remaining positive as talks continue between the NHL and NHLPA.

"Almost everybody is starting to think something is going to happen now that there are some talks," Chelios said Monday after an informal workout. "Most of the guys, I've talked to Steve (Yzerman) and read what he said in the newspapers, he still believes there's a deal to get done. It's still not to the final minute where it's do-or-die."

Although they are still miles apart, the two sides have scheduled more meetings and want to get a deal done.

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