Is the input text characterized by negative sentiment?

Input: Evgeni Malkin doesn\u2019t play again until the 16th. This NHL lockout sucks\u002c I can\u2019t watch games that are being played...
Evgeni Malkin doesn\u2019t play again until the 16th. This NHL lockout sucks\u002c I can\u2019t watch games that are being played...