Hockey

Gary Bettman wanted to “take the distraction away,” but the NHL’s Pride Tape ban only created a new one until the inevitable U-turn happened Tuesday.

In spite of the NHL’s previous ban, the promotion was more evidence that Pride Tape’s popularity continues to grow.

The playful banter between the two players shows why the NHL’s ban on things like Pride Tape won’t resonate with a younger generation.

Gary Bettman and others no longer represent the values of the NHL. He must go.

Why has the NHL excluded gay and bi men from its ‘player inclusion coalition’?

Dermott used the tape on his stick during the game, creating an utter disaster for the NHL.

NBC Sports’ Tara Slone reported on Quinn’s ‘unequivocal’ support for players using Pride Tape.

‘In a game where symbolism is so important, the NHL has taken away the symbol that allowed LGBTQIA+ people and others to feel welcome,’ Jonathan Kliment writes.

Marty Walsh, as well as other NHLPA officials, have refused to comment about the NHL ban of Pride Tape.

According to reports, the NHL is reconsidering its ban on Pride Tape and other forms of on-ice player expression.

In the week since Pride Tape was banned, the NHL’s decision has been met with derision and mockery. The smart way out is to rescind the order.

Adam Fyrer wants to see the NHL allow individual expression with stick tape, to support LGBTQ athletes.

Jackson played hockey with the boys growing up, and she’s blossomed on the ice with the women.

A statement has been released by Burke, who co-founded You Can Play after the tragic death of son Brendan, an inspiration to many in hockey as an out gay man.

‘Hockey is no longer for everyone,’ says out college hockey player Carson Gates, after the NHL’s shift in policy.

Two NHL players have now publicly questioned the league’s ability to stop them from using Pride Tape.

You Can Play, Pride Tape and people across social media and the media are slamming the NHL for its Pride Tape ban.

The NHL tried to avoid a “distraction” by banning Pride Tape. Now, that’s all the league has created as players express disappointment.

Stars like Connor McDavid, Jack Hughes and others could stand up for LGBTQ inclusion in hockey by using Pride Tape in defiance of the NHL’s ban. They might do just that.

The NHL has banned Pride Tape and Pride jerseys, in addition to issuing a disaster memo about LGBTQ and other initiatives. Hockey is not for everyone.