NHL Chief Operating Officer John Collins resigned Tuesday after more than seven years with the league, according to Bloomberg's Scott Soshnick. Chris Johnston of Sportsnet confirmed the news.
TSN's Frank Seravalli relayed the NHL's confirmation, which added Collins has left the NHL to "pursue a new business opportunity."
"John leaves a lasting mark," NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement, according to TheHockeyWriters.com's Michael Straw. "His energy, creativity and skill at building strategic partnerships helped drive significant revenue growth for our League. We are grateful for his many contributions and wish him the best in his new endeavors.