Lightning fans hoping for a shot of optimism when it comes to the NHL lockout, did not get it from Ryan Malone.

The Lightning Left Wing let his opinion be heard on Wednesday when he told the Tampa Bay Times what his outlook was on the 2012-2013 NHL season.

Malone said "it doesn't look good," telling reporters"Most of the guys, we're in there talking, the way it sounds, we're prepared to be locked out the whole year."

Malone also expressed a pessimistic  view when he voiced his thoughts on negotiations " We've said, 'We're here; we're ready. Let us know when your ready to talk to us.' He went on to say " If we're sacrificing, then they should be sacrificing. It's about growing the game and not growing everyone's bank account." 

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