Corey Perry apologizes.
Corey Perry is at the center of the commotion. AOP / USA TODAY SPORTS
A Canadian star hockey player who was fired from the NHL club Chicago Blackhawks Corey Perry apologize.
Perry, who withdrew from the public, published a press release in which, in addition to an apology, he says that he is seeking help for his alcohol problem.
– I want to sincerely apologize to the Chicago Blackhawks organization, which includes the owners, management, coaches, employees and my teammates. I also want to apologize to my fans and family. I am ashamed and I have let you all down, Perry said in a statement signed by him.
According to the Blackhawks, the club learned of the events leading to the firing on November 22. Perry was not in the lineup for the away game against the Columbus Blue Jackets played on the 23rd Finnish time.
A rumor soon began to circulate that Perry had sex with the Blackhawks’ super promise by Connor Bedard with Mother. The rumor has since been debunked from several directions.
– As a result of my actions, there have been speculations and rumors. I am disgusted by the effect this has had on others and I want to make it clear that none of my teammates or their family members were involved in the situation in any way.
– Most importantly, I want to directly apologize to those who have been negatively affected by this.
– My behavior was inappropriate and wrong.
Perry says he sought help from mental health and substance abuse experts. According to Perry, he has problems with alcohol and he plans to do everything he can to prevent something like that from happening again.
– I hope that I can regain the trust of those people who have believed in me during my career.
– Once again: I am deeply sorry.
Exactly what led to the firing of Perry, a Stanley Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist, has not been made public.
The Daily Faceoff -sport news site’s sources, the background of the starting passes is an alcohol-fueled incident in which Perry was involved. According to the site, the incident happened at an event attended by the club’s partners and employees.