The natural gas markets were softer than normal today; retracing the gains over the past two days down $0.15 USD/Mmbtu off the open. Utilities continue to be the main buyers of short term cash gas and injecting into storage for the upcoming winter. Trading volume was relatively lighter than normal for the balance of the summer, although very strong in the October 25 contract as the arbitrage remains advantages to market makers with storage assets. All eyes will be on the Leaf’s tonight as the series is tied up 2-2. Enjoy the warm weather. (RS)