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Disgraced coach, GM reinstated by NHL after Blackhawks sexual assault scandal

Joel Quenneville, Stan Bowman and Al MacIsaac have been reinstated by the NHL, the league announced Monday amid a flurry signings on the opening day of free agency. The former...

Coyotes' failed run in Arizona might not mean end of NHL in desert

The NHL’s anticipated move to Salt Lake City after 28 years of unrequited love in the desert does not mark the end of Gary’s Folly.

NHL commissioner made right call to not expand playoffs

This season of indistinguishable teams affirms Gary Bettman’s decision to hold the line against expanding the postseason to include a play-in event.

NHL still won't change CTE stance after ex-Islanders, Rangers enforcer's suicide

Deputy commissioner Bill Daly told NHL insider Frank Seravalli that the NHL hadn’t changed its view on the degenerative brain disease and that the "science is still lacking."

NHL on right track with players back in Olympics

The NHL is back in the international hockey business — including the Olympics in 2026 and 2030.

NHL to let judicial process play out in ‘abhorrent’ Canada WJC 2018 sexual assault case

Before fielding questions from reporters during his annual All-Star weekend press conference, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman elected to come right out with a statement about the current status of the...

Gary Bettman has not touched NHL coach's unofficial ban after Chicago scandal

Joel Quenneville will not become the next head coach of the Blues in the wake of Craig Berube’s dismissal by St. Louis.

NHL has better options than copying NBA In-Season Tournament

When players opt to sit out because it's beneath them to show up for work every day, then and maybe then the NHL should stage an In-Season Tournament.

NHL continues to reveal total lack of convictions

Last month, Arizona defenseman Travis Dermott defied the NHL’s ban on using pride tape. The league did not enforce the rule, it did not fine Dermott after his display in...

Star goalie defies NHL ban, wears Native American Heritage Night mask

Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury is wearing his custom mask after all.

The refs aren't screwing the Rangers — they're just incompetent

This season, the Rangers have faced 12 video reviews. They have come out on the short end 10 times.

NHL changes course again on Pride tape after player's defiant act

The move announced Tuesday rescinds a ban on rainbow-colored Pride tape for on-ice activities that was provided to teams earlier this fall as guidance for theme nights.

NHL bans players' use of Pride Tape after already eliminating themed warmup jerseys

Pride Tape media relations representative Jeff McLean confirmed to The Post the league will not use the company's product this season.

Two superstars slam NHL's ban of Pride warmup jerseys

Two of the NHL’s biggest stars expressed their disappointment over the league’s decision to do away with specially themed warmup jerseys next season. 

NHL made cowardly decision to ban cause-themed jerseys

The decision rendered by the Board of Governors on Gary Bettman’s recommendation was reached without input from or consultation with the NHLPA.

NHL makes massive decision after Pride jersey debacles

Last season, the NHL dealt with plenty of controversy surrounding Pride-themed warmup jerseys, which included a situation with the Rangers.

It's very predictable who the NHL wants to cover COVID shortfall

Players are always reaching into their own pockets under the hard-cap system.

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont wants to bring NHL team to Hartford

It’s not the Carolina Hurricanes — originally the Hartford Whalers — but Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont wants a hockey team back in the state.

Sport leagues don't really care about social issues -- just PR

The forced version of change — the choice of sports holding themselves at ransom — is the equivalent of playing a losing hand, cards up, raising all the way.

NHL commissioner hints at league reconsidering Pride Nights

Following a slew of controversies involving Pride Nights, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledged that the league is reconsidering the events.