Bloggers will now start feeling the pinch because shop.nhl.com has suspended their affiliate program, which allowed blogs/websites to make some money if people clicked-thru an ad to shop.nhl.com and made a purchase.

I am an affiliate with them but don't use them very often since I feel there are better options out there for the buying public, but no matter, this is not good news for those who depend on some monthly income.

Here is part of the email I received from them..

Due to the current NHL Lockout, the Shop.NHL.com Affiliate Program is suspending operations effective immediately.

We apologize for this unusual situation and look forward to working with you when the lockout is resolved and we receive clearance from the NHL legal team to resume operations.

Thank you for your understanding and compliance.