Senators will play Ukrainian anthem before home games for rest of season

2 years ago  /  Sportsnet

The will play the Ukrainian national anthem before home games for the remainder of the season, team owner Eugene Melnyk said Wednesday, as part of an effort to support the "valiant efforts of the Ukrainian people" amid Russia's baseless invasion of their country. The specific organizations were not named. "I hope you will join me and the Ottawa Senators and help make that happen." The NHL followed suit and issued sanctions as well, though its punishments were economic in nature, suspending all business dealings with Russia. "At home, the Ottawa Senators will do our part to honour and support the valiant efforts of the Ukrainian people."...

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Topics: Eugene Melnyk

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