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NBC Sports' Mike Milbury steps down after making sexist comment about women

NBC Sports analyst Mike Milbury has stepped down from his role with the company for the duration of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after making a sexist remark about women during an August 20 game between the New York Islanders and Washington Capitals.

Mike Milbury: “In light of the attention caused by my recent remark, I have decided to step away from my role at NBC Sports for the remainder of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. I do not want my presence to interfere with the athletes as they try to win the greatest trophy in sports.