Gary Bettman's recent statement sparks outrage: Top agent calls for his removal
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has made a controversial statement that has shocked top agent Allan Walsh, who is now demanding Bettman's removal.
Bettman has refuted claims that repeated head injuries can result in chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a severe and progressive brain cell degeneration. Allan Walsh is demanding Bettman's resignation, arguing that his stance endangers players and is damaging to the NHL's reputation.
Agent Provocateur with @ChrisNowinski1, co-founder of the @ConcussionLF. This is the interview Gary Bettman does NOT want you to hear regarding the cause of #CTE.
Adding to the controversy, Bettman's deputy, Bill Daly, has also made statements undermining the connection between head impacts and CTE.
Bill Daly also denies the link between head hits and CTE, claiming that "the science is lacking."
Bettman and Daly have faced significant backlash following these remarks. There is growing hope that someone within the league will address this serious issue. With these recent developments, it's difficult to see how their standing with fans could improve.
Credit: Markerzone
Top NHL agent wants Gary Bettman gone following unacceptable comments
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JUILLET 24 | 179 ANSWERS Gary Bettman's recent statement sparks outrage: Top agent calls for his removal Do you think Gary Bettman and Bill Daly should be fired? |
Yes, both | 129 | 72.1 % |
No | 14 | 7.8 % |
Only Gary Bettman Fired | 35 | 19.6 % |
Only Daly Fired | 1 | 0.6 % |
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