Rumor has it that Mike Richards was detained at the Canadian border for trying to cross with prescription pain killers. The Kings will use this charge to attempt to terminate his contract.
Before we get going here it's worth mentioning that the specific claim against Mike Richards here is speculation. That doesn't change the fact that painkiller abuse is rampant in pro sports and even if it turns out that Richards had something else happen this is still worth talking about.
Sources tell Wpg Sun Mike Richards subject of OxyContin investigation.