By Andrew Knoll, The New York Times
The NHL on Wednesday condemned misogynistic comments made by Washington Capitals forward Brendan Leipsic and Florida Panthers prospect Jack Rodewald in a group chat on social media.
Their comments included vulgar disparagement of the girlfriends and wives of other players. The chat also described sexual conquests in graphic terms and included discussion of cocaine use.
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“There is no place in our league for such statements, attitudes and behavior, no matter the form,” the NHL said in a statement. “We will address this inexcusable conduct with the clubs and players involved.