Monday was Veteran’s/Remembrance Day across the United States and Canada. The day was initially designed to remember those who fell during the First World War but has since become a day to honor all of those who have served. For the hockey world however, the message this past Monday turned from one of remembrance and gratitude to one of intolerance. By now I am sure anyone who wanted to has read or seen Don Cherry’s comments during what would ultimately become his final appearance on Hockey Night in Canada. For those who have not seen it here is what Don had to say:
“You know, I was talking to a veteran.