Gary Bettman issues a major statement on Corey Perry's fate in the NHL

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Sam Walker
December 5, 2023 (3:41 PM)

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NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has issued a significant statement regarding the future of Corey Perry in the league after the termination of his contract by the Chicago Blackhawks.

Perry's contract was severed due to a violation of the organization's rules, with Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson describing the incident as 'disturbing.'

Bettman, in response to the Blackhawks' investigation into the matter, has expressed his comfort with the results. However, he has not yet determined whether Corey Perry will be required to have a conversation or hearing with him to potentially resume his NHL career.

Bettman says he is comfortable with results of Blackhawks investigation into Corey Perry, has not determined if the player will need to have a conversation/hearing with him to return

Notable NHL insiders, including Ellliotte Friedman and Chris Johnson of TSN, have reported on Bettman's stance. Friedman shared, "Bettman says he is comfortable with results of Blackhawks investigation into Corey Perry," while Johnson added, "Gary Bettman says he hasn't determined if Corey Perry will need to have a conversation with him if he wishes to resume his NHL career at some point."

Gary Bettman says he hasn't determined if Corey Perry will need to have a conversation with him if he wishes to resume his NHL career at some point.

The uncertainty surrounding Perry's future in the league remains, pending further decisions and discussions.