Category: Gary Bettman
NHL Decides to Exclude Pride Jerseys from Warm-up Routine to Maintain Game Focus
Gary BettmanThe NHL, a few of its teams, and a few of its players came under fire and praise for not warming up in LGBTQ-themed jerseys on their respective Pride Nights. The NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has stated that customized jerseys will no longer be worn on the rink in order to avoid any “distraction.” “...
Read moreCommish: No more specialty warmup sweaters
NHLRyan S. Clark, NHL reporterJun 22, 2023, 06:38 PM ET #Ryan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Thursday that teams will no longer wear specialty sweaters during warmups because "it's become a distraction." Bettman said teams still can have specialty nights such...
Read moreNHL teams won't wear theme-night jerseys after players' Pride refusals caused distractions
Board of GovernorsNHL teams won't have special jerseys for pregame warmups during themed nights next season, the result of a handful of players refusing to wear rainbow-colored Pride jerseys this past season and causing unwelcome distractions.
Read moreGolden Knights' Stanley Cup success lifts Las Vegas to another level in sports world
Gary BettmanSince the Knights came on board, Las Vegas has acquired an NFL team in the Raiders and the WNBA's Stars moved from San Antonio and became the Aces. The Aces won the championship last year and this season are again the league's best team. More sports milestones could be ahead for Vegas.
Read moreFresh off 2nd back surgery in 13 months, Mark Stone captains Vegas to Stanley Cup
Mark StoneMark Stone, as captain of the Vegas Golden Knights, got to skate up to Commissioner Gary Bettman, who presented him with the Stanley Cup.
Read moreGolden Knights win Stanley Cup with Game 5 victory against Panthers
Florida PanthersLAS VEGAS -- Vegas, baby, Vegas. The Vegas Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup for the first time in their six seasons, defeating the Florida Panthers 9-3 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena on Tuesday. Stone scored a hat trick, Jack Eichel and Shea Theodore each had three assists,...
Read moreGolden Knights win Stanley Cup with Game 5 victory against Panthers
Golden KnightsLAS VEGAS -- Vegas, baby, Vegas. The Vegas Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup for the first time in their six seasons, defeating the Florida Panthers 9-3 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena on Tuesday. Stone scored a hat trick, Jack Eichel and Shea Theodore each had three assists,...
Read moreBidding for the Ice: Six Cities Vying for NHL Expansion Franchise
Vegas Golden KnightsIt’s simple to yearn for NHL expansion while observing the success of organizations like the Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights. There are quite a few exceptional players, therefore there wouldn’t be a problem with skill dilution. Additionally, it appears that numerous cities would welcome an N...
Read moreSalary Cap Increase Could Be Larger Than Expected
Joe SmithJoe Smith of The Athletic penned an interesting article today leading to speculation that the NHL salary cap could see a larger increase this summer than the $1MM that was expected. Gary Bettman seemed to temper expectations last week when he said that he still expected the increase to be just the $...
Read morePierre-Luc Dubois Has Requested A Trade
TSN Insider TradingPierre LeBrun of TSN Insider Trading is reporting that the agent for Winnipeg Jets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois’ has informed the club that he isn’t interested in signing any type of contract extension with the team, not even a one year deal that would take him to unrestricted free agency. The timing o...
Read moreNHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s Announcement Brings Optimism to the League’s Future
Arizona CoyotesWhen you consider the Arizona Coyotes, who not only drain off money but also play in a local arena and are homeless, the NHL and especially Gary Bettman lose a lot of respect. Although it’s a serious embarrassment for professional sports, the commissioner is still making every effort to keep the tea...
Read moreGary Bettman Addresses Rumors of a Second Toronto Area Franchise
Arizona CoyotesGary Bettman, the commissioner of the NHL, is not a very liked figure among NHL fans, especially those from Canada. The NHL made over $6 billion in revenue this season, according to recent boasts from Bettman, but the Arizona Coyotes still haven’t found a suitable home. Bettman had hoped to keep the...
Read moreGary Bettman Addresses Rumors of a Second Toronto Area Franchise
Arizona CoyotesGary Bettman, the commissioner of the NHL, is not a very liked figure among NHL fans, especially those from Canada. The NHL made over $6 billion in revenue this season, according to recent boasts from Bettman, but the Arizona Coyotes still haven’t found a suitable home. Bettman had hoped to keep the...
Read moreGary Bettman Updates The Coyotes Newest Location Whereabouts
Gary BettmanA prominent player’s loss of faith in the team and disappointments like losing the Tempe vote have plagued the Arizona Coyotes this season. Gary Bettman favors playing hockey in the desert and is incredibly hesitant on relocating the team out of Arizona. Countless other locations have emerged as pla...
Read moreBettman, NHL 'hopeful' Coyotes remain in Arizona
CoyotesSpeaking before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final in Las Vegas on Saturday, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman reiterated that the league is bullish on finding a solution to keep the Coyotes in Arizona, saying he is "hopeful" it won't lose the "terrific market."
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