New Details Emerge in Mystery Incident that Led Blackhawks to Waive Corey Perry
Corey Perry's Contract Termination Explained
How the NHL Process Works and What Comes Next
Corey Perry cleared waivers and his contract was terminated immediately. Perry released a statement on Thursday regarding his release from the Blackhawks, in which he did not dispute the allegations but apologized for his actions.
The NHL and NHL Players Association have reached an undisclosed settlement in the case. The league has not released any details about the allegations against Perry, but sources have told ESPN that he was accused of unacceptable and inappropriate behavior that violated the league's conduct policy.
The Blackhawks released a statement saying that Perry engaged in unacceptable conduct and took a step back from the team. The statement did not provide any details about the allegations.
The NHL's conduct policy prohibits players from engaging in any form of physical or verbal abuse, harassment, or discrimination. Players who violate the policy can be subject to a range of penalties, including fines, suspensions, and contract termination.
The termination of Perry's contract is a rare occurrence in the NHL. Only a handful of players have had their contracts terminated in recent years, and most of those cases involved players who were accused of serious crimes.
The termination of Perry's contract is a reminder that the NHL is serious about enforcing its conduct policy. The league is taking steps to create a more inclusive and respectful environment for players and fans.
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