NHL close to introducing new equipment mandate after Evander Kane's injury
Although it doesn't happen often, an injury like the one Evander Kane sustained recently can be career or even life-threatening.
Because of this, Gary Bettman and the NHL are contemplating approaching the NHLPA about implementing mandatory cut-resistant gear.
NHL insider Frank Seravalli covered the story with Daily Faceoff:
''Kane's injury was the genesis of an agenda item about player equipment on Tuesday at the NHL's bi-annual GM Meetings here following Hockey Hall of Fame weekend.''
''The NHL Players' Association has always advocated for player freedom of equipment choice. But are we inching closer to a time when the NHL will ask the union to collectively bargain the mandatory use of cut-resistant under garments in exposed areas of the body?''
''The NHL Players' Association has always advocated for player freedom of equipment choice. But are we inching closer to a time when the NHL will ask the union to collectively bargain the mandatory use of cut-resistant under garments in exposed areas of the body?''
It will be interesting to see if the league enforces wearing cut-resistant clothing or if it is just strongly recommended. Popular companies such as Bauer and CCM already make such clothing, which could be a huge selling point for players.
Find the full article below:
| POLL | ||
Should cut-resistant clothing be mandatory in the NHL? | ||
| Absolutely! | 34 | 48.6 % |
| Should be the player's choice | 36 | 51.4 % |
| List of polls | ||
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