• Here’s Why The NHL Isn’t Going to Change its Marijuana Policy

    Here’s Why The NHL Isn’t Going to Change its Marijuana Policy

    Canada plans to legalize marijuana in October, which is good news if you’re Canadian.  But what if you’re an athlete?  Deputy NHL Commissioner Bill Daly says that the NHL doesn’t expect to change its rules on marijuana after the legalization comes into effect.  In fact, the legalization won’t even really affect the NHL’s drug-testing policy. …

  • Is There Something Wrong with the NHL’s PED Testing Protocol?

    Is There Something Wrong with the NHL’s PED Testing Protocol?

    Las Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nate Schmidt is going to miss the first 20 games of the season after being suspended for violating the NHL’s performance-enhancing drug policy.  It should be noted that the suspension is without pay.  Schmidt is allowed to participate in training camp, but can’t dress or play in preseason games.  His…

  • Hayley Wickenheiser Has Been Hired By the Toronto Maple Leafs

    Hayley Wickenheiser Has Been Hired By the Toronto Maple Leafs

    Late last week, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that they hired Hayley Wickenheiser as the team’s assistant director of player development.  Manager, Kyle Dubas did his best to downplay the significance of this development, but should he?  When it comes to diversity, I tend to want to downplay the idea of people (women, people of…