Gay Hockey Players

• Players can decide what causes to support after Provorov opts out of Pride night: NHL

  An executive with an LGBTQ advocacy group says he doesn't want the Pride Night boycott of Ivan Provorov to overshadow all the good that's happening in hockey.

  Perspectives

  Jan 19, 2023
  
• Advocates say hockey player coming out as gay must lead to meaningful change in game

  Luke Prokop could become the first openly gay player in the NHL.

  Canada

  Jul 26, 2021
  
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• Gay hockey player disappointed in Ryan Getzlaf’s apology over inappropriate slur

  Brock McGillis couldn't hide his disappointment when he heard Ryan Getzlaf's statement after the Anaheim Ducks captain was punished for apparently using a homophobic slur during an NHL playoff game.

  Lifestyle

  May 21, 2017
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• Changing attitudes towards homosexuality in hockey an uphill battle: U of A researcher

  A University of Alberta researcher says attitudes towards homosexuality in hockey are changing, but face challenges because players are often expected to act a certain way and prove their masculinity to one another.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 15, 2017