Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterSep 12, 2023, 05:07 PM ET Close Kristen Shilton is a nationwide NHL reporter for ESPN. Columbus Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock and captain Boone Jenner are denying allegations that Babcock acted inappropriately and violated gamers’ privateness when asking to see images on their cell telephones. Former NHL participant Paul Bissonnette … Read more
Could 15, 2023, 04:34 PM ET Terry McDonough, the previous vice chairman of participant growth for the Arizona Cardinals, is accusing the crew and its proprietor, Michael Bidwill, of defamation and invasion of privateness following feedback the crew posted on its web site and distributed to the media final month. The brand new allegations are … Read more
The Washington Commanders Following his remarks earlier in the week, Jack Del Rio, defensive coordinator, was fined $100,000. He referred to Jan. 6, 2021 at the U.S. Capitol as “dustup” in a comparison to “riots looting, burning” during the summer 2020 protests. Ron Rivera, Washington coach, stated that he spoke with Del Rio Friday morning … Read more
The Washington CapitalsThe team supported its Russian-born players with “full support”, while it issued a statement Tuesday condemning Russia’s invasion. “Monumental Sports & Entertainment and the Washington Capitals join the National Hockey League in condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the loss of innocent life. The Capitals stated that they hope for a peaceful … Read more
Dan Milstein is an NHL agent who represents the majority of Russian-born NHL players. He told ESPN that his clients are suffering from “disturbing” levels of harassment and believes draft-eligible athletes are already being discriminated because of Russia’s invasion. Milstein spoke out to ESPN on Tuesday about the discrimination and racism that Russian and Belarusian … Read more
Washington CapitalsStar Alex OvechkinAccording to a spokesperson for MassMutual, the popular commercial featuring ‘MassMutual’ has been pulled following Russia’s invasion in Ukraine. ESPN confirmed this on Tuesday. Ovechkin, Capitals teammate was featured in the advertisement Nicklas BackstromAnastasia Shubskaya, Ovechkin’s wife, sat on a coach and ate cereal while explaining why they are an effective duo. … Read more
The NHL is standing up against Russia and its ongoing invasion in Ukraine. Monday’s press release from the league contained details of measures that it had taken to reprimand Russia for its actions. The statement stated that the National Hockey League condemned Russia’s invasion in Ukraine and urged a peaceful resolution. “We are immediately suspending … Read more
Following Russia’s invasion Ukraine this week, Jokerit decided not to participate in Kontinental Hockey League playoffs. The Finland-based team was to face Moscow’s Spartak during the Gagarin cup playoffs. The league announced that it would revise the Western Conference playoff bracket. Jari Kurri is the chairman of Jokerit. made the decision to suspend the team’s … Read more