San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane suspended 21 games by NHL for ‘established violation’ of COVID-19 protocol
San Jose Sharks striker Evander Kane was banned by the NHL on Monday due to a “determined breach” of the NHL / NHLPA-COVID 19 protocol for 21 unpaid games.
Earlier this month, sources confirmed that Authority has investigated Kane for allegations of showing NHL and sharks a fake COVID19 vaccination card.
NHL and NHLPA did not oblige to vaccinate for the 2021-22 seasons. But vaccinated players are far more than unvaccinated players, including the ability to play games in Canada without compulsory quarantine Is subject to fewer restrictions.
According to NHL, Kane has been suspended due to “identified violations and violations of the NHL / NHLPA-COVID 19 protocol”. The confiscated money will have transferred to the Player Emergency Fund in accordance with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
“We apologize to our teammates, the San Jose Sharks organization, and all Sharks fans for violating the NHL COVID protocol,” Kane said in a statement released by NHLPA. “I truly regret and mistakenly take responsibility.
During the suspension, I will continue to participate in deliberations that will help me make better decisions in the future. After the suspension, I will make great efforts and determination. I’m going to take part with me. I love ice hockey. “
The NHL is also investigating allegations of domestic violence by divorced wife Anna Kane in a recent divorce petition. The NHL announced the suspension of 21 games, saying that “a simultaneous investigation of allegations of domestic violence against Kane by his estranged wife [Anna] could not be substantiated.”
The suspension continues a turbulent year away from the ice due to Kane. Anna Kane accused him of betting on NHL games, including his own game with sharks. As a result, he deliberately tried to influence him in his favor. The NHL investigated the complaint and released Kane last month for not finding evidence that he had bet on ice hockey.
“NHL notifies our organization that Evander Kane has been banned from playing 21 games for free for identified violations and violations of the NHL / NHLPA-COVID19 protocol. “I did,” said a statement on Monday.
In addition to that, Evander’s commitment to the future has encouraged me. But I was disappointed with his disregard for the health and safety protocol established by the NHL and NHLPA. I will not comment on Evander’s situation before the event. “
Kane hasn’t attended the Sharks training camp and hasn’t played for them this season.
He’s eligible for a San Jose match at the New Jersey Devils on November 30th. This is Kane’s sixth stop at the NHL. In 2014, he was suspended for two games due to an illegal hit in Winnipeg.
A game to violate the Buffalo Sabers team rules in 2018. Illegal check playoff game with sharks in 2019. Three official abuse games with sharks in 2019. And three games for elbows with sharks in 2020.