The NHL announces the suspension of Russian partnerships
The NHL released a statement today with regard to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. In the statement, the league announced that effective immediately, they are suspending relationships with their Russian partners as well as they are discontinuing their Russian language digital and social media platforms. On top of that Russia will no longer be hosting any competitions involving the NHL.
The NHL also released a statement in solidarity with their Russian players.
A little over 5 percent of NHL players are Russian and many of them have families that could be in danger right now. The pressures these players and their families are feeling right now are immense.
Earlier on Monday, player agent Dan Milstein confirmed that Russian players playing in North America have received very serious threats to their wellbeing. In response, the NHL will be ramping up security to ensure the safety of these players and their families in instances when they are in North America.
The players whose families remain in Russia, that's a whole different issue. For obvious reasons, players need to be careful what they do or say in the media for fear of something being taken out of context.
Obviously, we all hope that the conflict can be resolved peacefully and quickly to avoid any more casualties. Thoughts and prayers to everyone who has been affected.
