The NHL has handed a 21-game unpaid suspension to Evander Kane of the San Jose Sharks after an investigation into whether he submitted a fraudulent Covid-19 vaccination card, Front Office Sports and ESPN report, citing unnamed sources
The NHL found"an established violation of, and lack of compliance with, the NHL/NHLPA COVID-19 Protocol," according to the reports. The NHLPA is the league's players' association. The NHL's protocol, like those of many other sports leagues, requires players to be vaccinated against Covid-19 unless they have a medical or religious reason to be excluded from the mandate.
Read More"I would like to apologize to my teammates, the San Jose Sharks organization, and all Sharks fans for violating the NHL COVID protocols," Kane said."I made a mistake, one I sincerely regret and take responsibility for.""During my suspension, I will continue to participate in counseling to help me make better decisions in the future," Kane said.
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