NHL agent asks for Bettman's firing after surprising report
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NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman is facing serious backlash after making some troubling statements.
Bettman's denial that head hits can lead to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)�a severe brain condition resulting from repeated head trauma�has many questioning his commitment to player safety.
Agent Allan Walsh is calling for his immediate resignation.
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 .
Bill Daly also doesn't get a pass after his comments backing Bettman either.
"Asked Bill Daly whether the #NHL'S viewpoint has changed with additional medical studies that show a definitive link between CTE and repeated blows to the head. "No," Daly said. "I think the science is still lacking.»
Fans and stakeholders alike are hoping the NHL can address these issues and prevent former players from suffering from this serious medical condition in the future.
Source: Habs Fanatics
Top NHL agent demands for Gary Bettman's firing after shocking report
Top NHL agent demands for Gary Bettman's firing after shocking report
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23 JUILLET | 87 ANSWERS NHL agent asks for Bettman's firing after surprising report What do you think about Gary Bettman's comments on head hits and CTE? | ||
| He should resign | 67 | 77 % |
| His comments are concerning | 20 | 23 % |
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