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It's not the Russians: Why the new excuse for teams not wearing Pride jerseys doesn't hold up
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Pride Night, Russia reveal NHL's flawed diversity initiatives
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Somebody remind Eric Staal he's already worn a pride jersey before : r/hockey
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NHL team won't wear Pride jerseys, citing new Russian law
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Poilievre plays politics with bigotry
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Wild beat Caps 4-2 on Pride Night
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Arizona Coyotes President and CEO Xavier Gutierrez expresses his disappointment towards NHL organizations about the recent pride night controversies. and re-iterates the Coyotes continued support towards the LGBTQ+ Community. : r/hockey
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Just in case you wonder why Russian players won't condemn Putin, here is an important reason. That and many Russian NHL players have family in Russia. : r/hockey
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The NHL's Russia-Pride jersey problem, explained: Canadiens' Denis Gurianov latest player to decline to participate - The Athletic