In response to an increasing number of players engaging in silent protests against the NHL’s Pride Nights, a new report claims the league is re-evaluating the events which may lead to them being canceled.
Currently, all of the teams in the NHL hold Pride nights, however some now do so without the themed jerseys as the events are planned by the individual teams, not the league.
Last Thursday night Florida Panthers players Eric and Marc Staal refused to wear the jerseys citing their Christian beliefs.
The pair said in a statement, “We carry no judgement on how people choose to live their lives, and believe that all people should be welcome in all aspects of the game of hockey. Having said that, we feel that by us wearing a Pride jersey, it goes against our Christian beliefs.”
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin has announced that he would not take part in the pregame warmup Monday because the team is scheduled to wear Pride jerseys due to fears of retribution at home in Russian because of the Kremlin’s anti-gay law.
The Chicago Blackhawks opted for their players not to wear the Pride-night jerseys citing Russia’s anti-gay law stating that they were concerned for their players safety when they return home.
In response to an increasing number of players engaging in silent protests against the NHL’s Pride Nights, a new report claims the league is re-evaluating the events which may lead to them being canceled.
Currently, all of the teams in the NHL hold Pride nights, however some now do so without the themed jerseys as the events are planned by the individual teams, not the league.
Last Thursday night Florida Panthers players Eric and Marc Staal refused to wear the jerseys citing their Christian beliefs.
The pair said in a statement, “We carry no judgement on how people choose to live their lives, and believe that all people should be welcome in all aspects of the game of hockey. Having said that, we feel that by us wearing a Pride jersey, it goes against our Christian beliefs.”
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin has announced that he would not take part in the pregame warmup Monday because the team is scheduled to wear Pride jerseys due to fears of retribution at home in Russian because of the Kremlin’s anti-gay law.
The Chicago Blackhawks opted for their players not to wear the Pride-night jerseys citing Russia’s anti-gay law stating that they were concerned for their players safety when they return home.
I read this the other day somewhere, probably NHL.com - if it doesn't affect the outcome of game itself and my bet, if were betting on the game on that night - who cares - I believe in freedom of choice and not being forced into doing anything you don't want to - jmho
I read this the other day somewhere, probably NHL.com - if it doesn't affect the outcome of game itself and my bet, if were betting on the game on that night - who cares - I believe in freedom of choice and not being forced into doing anything you don't want to - jmho
I remember attending a Ranger's game earlier in the year, on Gay Pride night. A gay man dropped the puck before the game started, and i couldn't help but notice the uncomfortable look on the players faces. It seemed toxic. I personally have nothing against anyone who has other life style choices than myself, however I believe it should be left out of sporting events. Shoving WOKE agenda's down our throats does not advance the causes they wish to advance, IMO.
I remember attending a Ranger's game earlier in the year, on Gay Pride night. A gay man dropped the puck before the game started, and i couldn't help but notice the uncomfortable look on the players faces. It seemed toxic. I personally have nothing against anyone who has other life style choices than myself, however I believe it should be left out of sporting events. Shoving WOKE agenda's down our throats does not advance the causes they wish to advance, IMO.
All the players should refuse to wear them. It's disgusting in this country what's happening and this is a prime example of that. Phaggots, dikes, shemales, hemales and crap like that are bringing this country down.
All the players should refuse to wear them. It's disgusting in this country what's happening and this is a prime example of that. Phaggots, dikes, shemales, hemales and crap like that are bringing this country down.
It's a pretty safe bet that somewhere in the neighborhood of 0% of the NHL's players are interested in wearing these Pride themed jerseys during warmups even for one game. Sadly, very few of them have the courage to refuse, and the few who do feel the need to offer a reason why, such as their religion. Here would be my public statement on the matter if I was an NHL player: "I will not be participating in the pushing of a disgusting leftist agenda that I don't believe in. The LGBT community should be tolerated, but not celebrated."
It's a pretty safe bet that somewhere in the neighborhood of 0% of the NHL's players are interested in wearing these Pride themed jerseys during warmups even for one game. Sadly, very few of them have the courage to refuse, and the few who do feel the need to offer a reason why, such as their religion. Here would be my public statement on the matter if I was an NHL player: "I will not be participating in the pushing of a disgusting leftist agenda that I don't believe in. The LGBT community should be tolerated, but not celebrated."
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the NHL lost me when they allowed Russian players to continue playing in the NHL. Russian teams have been banned from international competition like the 2022 World Cup of soccer. I'm not gay and I'm not Ukrainian, but I am a supporter of human rights. So, it does not surprise me how the bigotry has been exposed by negativity of some fans and by NHL players refusing to wear pride jerseys to show support for the LGBT community. If I was an NHL player, I would be sitting on the bench refusing to play against any Russian players to support Ukraine. And if I was an NHL player, I would wear the pride jersey to support the LGBT community. I do not feel intimidated or threatened by the LGBT community, but some players and fans obviously are very afraid.
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the NHL lost me when they allowed Russian players to continue playing in the NHL. Russian teams have been banned from international competition like the 2022 World Cup of soccer. I'm not gay and I'm not Ukrainian, but I am a supporter of human rights. So, it does not surprise me how the bigotry has been exposed by negativity of some fans and by NHL players refusing to wear pride jerseys to show support for the LGBT community. If I was an NHL player, I would be sitting on the bench refusing to play against any Russian players to support Ukraine. And if I was an NHL player, I would wear the pride jersey to support the LGBT community. I do not feel intimidated or threatened by the LGBT community, but some players and fans obviously are very afraid.
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the NHL lost me when they allowed Russian players to continue playing in the NHL. Russian teams have been banned from international competition like the 2022 World Cup of soccer. I'm not gay and I'm not Ukrainian, but I am a supporter of human rights. So, it does not surprise me how the bigotry has been exposed by negativity of some fans and by NHL players refusing to wear pride jerseys to show support for LGBT community. If I was an NHL, I would be sitting on the bench refusing to play against any Russian players to support Ukraine. And if I was an NHL player, I would wear the pride jersey to support LGBT community. I do not feel intimidated or threatened by the LGBT community, but some players and fans obviously are afraid.
Fuk the Ukraine
If you are use to seeing something on a regular basis you don't question it.
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the NHL lost me when they allowed Russian players to continue playing in the NHL. Russian teams have been banned from international competition like the 2022 World Cup of soccer. I'm not gay and I'm not Ukrainian, but I am a supporter of human rights. So, it does not surprise me how the bigotry has been exposed by negativity of some fans and by NHL players refusing to wear pride jerseys to show support for LGBT community. If I was an NHL, I would be sitting on the bench refusing to play against any Russian players to support Ukraine. And if I was an NHL player, I would wear the pride jersey to support LGBT community. I do not feel intimidated or threatened by the LGBT community, but some players and fans obviously are afraid.
yes IntenseOperator, you don't give a shit about anybody else but yourself. There are women and children being killed everyday by Putin and his terrorism. It is also Putin who is starting the fear in Russian NHL players who wore the pride jersey by threatening their families back in Russia. Maybe you should move to Russia where you can join dictator Putin who also says 'Fuk Ukraine'...Putin also hates the LGBT community and throws them in prison.
yes IntenseOperator, you don't give a shit about anybody else but yourself. There are women and children being killed everyday by Putin and his terrorism. It is also Putin who is starting the fear in Russian NHL players who wore the pride jersey by threatening their families back in Russia. Maybe you should move to Russia where you can join dictator Putin who also says 'Fuk Ukraine'...Putin also hates the LGBT community and throws them in prison.
This is the NHL betting forum, not the " I wanna stir shit up" forum. I did not see any bookie giving odds on how many teams/players will wear or refuse to wear pride jerseys or something like that. Not that I would want to bet on stupid shit like that. This post/discussion does not belong here, that's what general discussion forum is for.
This is the NHL betting forum, not the " I wanna stir shit up" forum. I did not see any bookie giving odds on how many teams/players will wear or refuse to wear pride jerseys or something like that. Not that I would want to bet on stupid shit like that. This post/discussion does not belong here, that's what general discussion forum is for.
The NBA (who kisses China's ass. along with LJ) would never force a player to wear an Gay Pride insignia, because they know Black players would tell them to F--K Off. But mostly white players are forced to do something that goes against their religious beliefs. How is that fair?
The NBA (who kisses China's ass. along with LJ) would never force a player to wear an Gay Pride insignia, because they know Black players would tell them to F--K Off. But mostly white players are forced to do something that goes against their religious beliefs. How is that fair?
Politics have no place in sports. That’s why I watch sports to give me an escape from all that crap. It belongs on a different platform.
riff raffs comment of not allowing Russian NHL players to participate is just ridiculous. Ovi is a perfect example. He has condemned the Ukrainian invasion and wants peace. So should we ban him from playing? Use your brain riff raff
Politics have no place in sports. That’s why I watch sports to give me an escape from all that crap. It belongs on a different platform.
riff raffs comment of not allowing Russian NHL players to participate is just ridiculous. Ovi is a perfect example. He has condemned the Ukrainian invasion and wants peace. So should we ban him from playing? Use your brain riff raff
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