About this episode
On today's episode I discuss the NHL's Pride Night initiative and how it has backfired on the league. Several of the players from around the league have refused wearing "special" warm up jerseys to celebrate Pride Night. Many of the players have cited religious beliefs for refusing to participate. The Chicago Blackhawks decided to forgo the warmup jerseys citing Russian law that could make life very difficult for their three Russian players. I have said this for years....when pro sports leagues start moving into the political and social arena, this is exactly what happens. In this case the NHL has nobody to blame but itself for the criticism coming their way from the LGBTQIA+ community and their supporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices