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Killing pit bulls no answer: Don Cherry
By Joe Warmington, Toronto Sun
First posted: Monday, July 31, 2017 07:06 PM EDT | Updated: Monday, July 31, 2017 07:15 PM EDT
The first time then-Boston Bruins coach Don Cherry met rugged young scrapper Stan Jonathan, he told the player’s father exactly what he thought of his boy.
“I told him he reminded me of my dog,” Cherry joked Monday.
He never forgot the look on the man’s face.
“He thought it was a put down,” said Don, laughing. “He didn’t realize it was the highest compliment I could ever hand out.”
Don loved Stan Jonathan, whose professional hockey career ran from 1975-83.
And Cherry loved his bull terrier Blue.
Some things don’t change.
“It always breaks my heart when I see people abusing dogs or wanting to have them put to death,” he said. “I would do anything for them.”
There he was Monday in Stouffville supporting the Ontario SPCA and Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary as they loaded 18 pit bull puppies on an air-conditioned bus which was destined to take them to a safe haven in Florida.
“I had tears in my eyes that thanks to the OSPCA and Dog Tales, these puppies — some just four months old, and some of their parents — will get a second chance at life,” he said. “These people are heroes.”
He was talking specifically about Dog Tales founder Rob Scheinberg and the whole OSPCA team, which was out there early to see the dogs off.
“It’s a beautiful thing,” said Cherry, who with his daughter, Cindy, founded the Don Cherry Pet Rescue Foundation.
It’s certainly a better scenario than what happened in October 2015 when the OSPCA found an alleged dog fighting ring operating near Chatham. Some of the dogs died, some had to be put down but there was a legal battle to save the rest.
Some of these puppies were born from the dogs that were originally rescued from Chatham.
“Pit Sisters, a behavioural and dog training program with the mission to find challenging dogs new homes, will be taking 10 of the dogs and Dogs Playing for Life will be taking four of the dogs,” said a news release from the OSPCA.
OSPCA deputy chief Jennifer Bluhm said although it took almost two years to see this result, “our staff have been actively working with them every day to continue their rehabilitation and we are so pleased that we can finally relocate them and have them start the next chapter of their lives.”
“Killing pit bulls is not the answer,” added Cherry. “It’s not these dogs fault that people would abuse them. They are good dogs if the owners treat them right. I know because I have a rescued pit bull and do does (NHL coach) John Tortorella and (NHL executive) John Davidson. I phoned those guys right away to tell them about this.”
Cherry said you can’t judge a book by its cover and sometimes a dog by its owner.
“They are loyal animals and man’s best friend,” said Cherry.
Like he told Stan Jonathan’s dad all those years ago, it’s actually a positive thing to be compared to a dog.
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By Joe Warmington, Toronto Sun
First posted: Monday, July 31, 2017 07:06 PM EDT | Updated: Monday, July 31, 2017 07:15 PM EDT
The first time then-Boston Bruins coach Don Cherry met rugged young scrapper Stan Jonathan, he told the player’s father exactly what he thought of his boy.
“I told him he reminded me of my dog,” Cherry joked Monday.
He never forgot the look on the man’s face.
“He thought it was a put down,” said Don, laughing. “He didn’t realize it was the highest compliment I could ever hand out.”
Don loved Stan Jonathan, whose professional hockey career ran from 1975-83.
And Cherry loved his bull terrier Blue.
Some things don’t change.
“It always breaks my heart when I see people abusing dogs or wanting to have them put to death,” he said. “I would do anything for them.”
There he was Monday in Stouffville supporting the Ontario SPCA and Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary as they loaded 18 pit bull puppies on an air-conditioned bus which was destined to take them to a safe haven in Florida.
“I had tears in my eyes that thanks to the OSPCA and Dog Tales, these puppies — some just four months old, and some of their parents — will get a second chance at life,” he said. “These people are heroes.”
He was talking specifically about Dog Tales founder Rob Scheinberg and the whole OSPCA team, which was out there early to see the dogs off.
“It’s a beautiful thing,” said Cherry, who with his daughter, Cindy, founded the Don Cherry Pet Rescue Foundation.
It’s certainly a better scenario than what happened in October 2015 when the OSPCA found an alleged dog fighting ring operating near Chatham. Some of the dogs died, some had to be put down but there was a legal battle to save the rest.
Some of these puppies were born from the dogs that were originally rescued from Chatham.
“Pit Sisters, a behavioural and dog training program with the mission to find challenging dogs new homes, will be taking 10 of the dogs and Dogs Playing for Life will be taking four of the dogs,” said a news release from the OSPCA.
OSPCA deputy chief Jennifer Bluhm said although it took almost two years to see this result, “our staff have been actively working with them every day to continue their rehabilitation and we are so pleased that we can finally relocate them and have them start the next chapter of their lives.”
“Killing pit bulls is not the answer,” added Cherry. “It’s not these dogs fault that people would abuse them. They are good dogs if the owners treat them right. I know because I have a rescued pit bull and do does (NHL coach) John Tortorella and (NHL executive) John Davidson. I phoned those guys right away to tell them about this.”
Cherry said you can’t judge a book by its cover and sometimes a dog by its owner.
“They are loyal animals and man’s best friend,” said Cherry.
Like he told Stan Jonathan’s dad all those years ago, it’s actually a positive thing to be compared to a dog.
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NHL, NHLPA donate $200,000 to Harvey relief efforts
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 06:02 PM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 06:06 PM EDT
NEW YORK — The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association are making a joint donation of US$200,000 to aid relief efforts in the Houston area as tropical storm Harvey has caused intense flooding and damage.
The money will be split evenly between the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity.
The joint statement from the league and the players’ association said the donation to the American Red Cross will support shelters and the distribution of food and supplies, while the donation to Habitat for Humanity will support the rebuilding of lost and damaged homes.
The storm has displaced tens of thousands of Texans, and rebuilding is expected to cost in the tens of billions of dollars.
NHL, NHLPA donate $200,000 to Harvey relief efforts | HOCKEY | Hockey | Sports |
Quebec activist Jaggi Singh, who identified himself as former NHL star Michel Goulet, arraigned on obstruction, impersonation charges
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:35 AM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:43 AM EDT
QUEBEC — A well-known left-wing activist has pleaded not guilty to a charge of obstructing justice and one of impersonation that was filed after he identified himself as former NHL star Michel Goulet.
Jaggi Singh was arrested at a Quebec City demonstration on Aug. 20 and then released.
The 46-year-old Singh was rearrested Tuesday and entered the plea in municipal court in Quebec City this morning.
The Crown opposed his release and he is expected to return to court this afternoon.
In a statement today, a group supporting Singh says the impersonation charge is related to Singh jokingly telling police on Aug. 20 his name was Michel Goulet, the ex-Quebec Nordiques left-winger.
Quebec City police say two distinct groups took part in demonstrations that day and that a third group was involved in another protest, which was declared illegal and broken up by the anti-riot squad.
Police specify that criminal acts took place during that protest and add there could be more arrests.
Several hundred people had gathered to oppose a demonstration planned by La Meute, a far right group.
The counter-protest was organized by anti-fascist and pro-refugee groups after at least two Quebecers were identified participating in a white supremacist rally earlier this month in Charlottesville, Va.
Activist Jaggi Singh is arrested during an anti-racism demonstration in Quebec City on Aug. 20, 2017. (Jacques Boissinot/The Canadian Press)
Quebec activist Jaggi Singh, who identified himself as former NHL star Michel Go
NHL, NHLPA donate $200,000 to Harvey relief efforts
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 06:02 PM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 06:06 PM EDT
NEW YORK — The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association are making a joint donation of US$200,000 to aid relief efforts in the Houston area as tropical storm Harvey has caused intense flooding and damage.
The money will be split evenly between the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity.
The joint statement from the league and the players’ association said the donation to the American Red Cross will support shelters and the distribution of food and supplies, while the donation to Habitat for Humanity will support the rebuilding of lost and damaged homes.
The storm has displaced tens of thousands of Texans, and rebuilding is expected to cost in the tens of billions of dollars.
NHL, NHLPA donate $200,000 to Harvey relief efforts | HOCKEY | Hockey | Sports |
Quebec activist Jaggi Singh, who identified himself as former NHL star Michel Goulet, arraigned on obstruction, impersonation charges
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:35 AM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:43 AM EDT
QUEBEC — A well-known left-wing activist has pleaded not guilty to a charge of obstructing justice and one of impersonation that was filed after he identified himself as former NHL star Michel Goulet.
Jaggi Singh was arrested at a Quebec City demonstration on Aug. 20 and then released.
The 46-year-old Singh was rearrested Tuesday and entered the plea in municipal court in Quebec City this morning.
The Crown opposed his release and he is expected to return to court this afternoon.
In a statement today, a group supporting Singh says the impersonation charge is related to Singh jokingly telling police on Aug. 20 his name was Michel Goulet, the ex-Quebec Nordiques left-winger.
Quebec City police say two distinct groups took part in demonstrations that day and that a third group was involved in another protest, which was declared illegal and broken up by the anti-riot squad.
Police specify that criminal acts took place during that protest and add there could be more arrests.
Several hundred people had gathered to oppose a demonstration planned by La Meute, a far right group.
The counter-protest was organized by anti-fascist and pro-refugee groups after at least two Quebecers were identified participating in a white supremacist rally earlier this month in Charlottesville, Va.
Activist Jaggi Singh is arrested during an anti-racism demonstration in Quebec City on Aug. 20, 2017. (Jacques Boissinot/The Canadian Press)
Quebec activist Jaggi Singh, who identified himself as former NHL star Michel Go
Pope sends NHL letter in support of new initiative
By Mike Zeisberger, Toronto Sun
First posted: Wednesday, September 06, 2017 08:03 PM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, September 06, 2017 08:15 PM EDT
NEW YORK — We’re not sure if the Pope is a hockey fan. Or if he’s ever seen a game, period.
But Pope Francis certainly is supportive of the sport’s new initiative called “The Declaration of Principles,” a doctrine co-signed by 17 international hockey organizations stressing how the game should be open to everyone and bring people together.
As such, Pat LaFontaine, Hockey Hall of Famer and NHL vice-president of hockey development, confirmed during a Wednesday morning press conference that Pope Francis had sent a letter Tuesday night backing the idea.
Here is part of the letter, as read out by LaFontaine.
“His Holiness, Pope Francis, was pleased to learn that an international group of hockey organizations has chosen formally to adopt the declaration of principles that emerged from last year’s global conference. His Holiness trusts that this significant gesture will inspire greater appreciation for the pivotal role that’s played by sports and sportsmanship in training future generations to pursue personal excellence and to promote the spiritual values of teamwork, solidarity and mutual respect that are so necessary.”
The Pope’s endorsement comes after LaFontaine, fellow Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille and Omar Mitchell, the NHL’s vice president of corporate social responsibility went to The Vatican for a three-day conference on Sports for the Service to Humanity.
DRAFT AGE BOOST?
An interesting aspect to The Declaration of Principles: a push to raise the draft age by a year from 18 to 19 in order to allow young players to further develop, both mentally and physically.
It’s a concept LaFontaine has been pushing for a while, although he’s certain to get some pushback from the NHLPA.
One league executive who supports such an initiative is Maple Leafs general manager Lou Lamoriello, who said as much during an interview with Postmedia during the GMs meetings in Boca Raton, Fla., back in March 2016.
“I’ve always been in favour of (an age 19 draft) for different reasons,” Lamoriello said at the time.
“I think there may be different ways you could approach it whether it be the first round or the first two rounds. I think if it’s something the union and the league could agree on that would be positive for the game, I think that you could come up with something that would be better for the development of players, help junior hockey, and also have less mistakes as far as drafting.”
Asked about a possible influx of 18 year olds to Europe, Lamoriello replied: “I think those are the things you’d have to look at, and you might have to make adjustments as far as the rules are. Right now there are rules today that not only apply to going to Europe but there are rules in college that are different than junior hockey. They’re all done for the right reasons so I think you’d have to possibly get a collectively flat set of circumstances to prevent all the exceptions.”
VEGAS BABY VEGAS
Golden Knights goalie Marc-Andre Fleury knew people in Las Vegas wouldn’t be as familiar with him as in Pittsburgh, where he was a member of three Penguins Stanley Cup winners.
Or, for that matter, in his native province of Quebec, where the sport is a 12-month-a-year religion.
But imagine his surprise this past weekend when the movers who were lugging his furniture into his new Vegas residence suddenly recognized the starting goalie of the NHL’s 31st entry.
“Ya, it surprised me a bit. I wasn’t expecting it,” Fleury laughed Wednesday during the NHL’s annual media tour.
“But I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the excitement about the team in Vegas. People are really looking forward to it.”
Given the attractions that are the trademark of Sin City, Fleury was asked if the omnipresent distractions Vegas holds for visiting players might give the Knights an advantage on home ice.
“Maybe back in the 90’s when things like that were more commonplace and guys went out more,” he chuckled.
“But I think in the modern day game, guys are concentrating on all business instead of that off-the-ice stuff.”
Wearing a wry smile, he was quick to add: “I hope it does help us though.”
CROSS CHECKS
New York Islanders captain John Tavares told reporters on Wednesday that playing the final season of his contract without an extension won’t be a distraction. Let’s see if he maintains that stance after being peppered with questions from his hometown media when the Isles visit the Maple Leafs in Toronto on Jan. 31 … Good to see that Sabres forward Kyle Okposo on Tuesday skated in Buffalo for the first time since he was hospitalized last spring. “It was obviously a tough situation, a tough road,” Okposo told The Associated Press. “I’m just happy to be back and happy to be able to play again, and play at a high level.” Okposo was admitted to hospital on April 2 to be treated for the effects of a concussion and spent about a week in intensive care. “It was definitely a scary thing,” he said. “Your mind starts to question a lot of things.” Okposo said he was uncertain whether he’d be ready for the start of training camp, but the fact that he is back on the ice is welcome news no matter when that is.
mzeisberger@postmedia.com
Pope sends NHL letter in support of new initiative | HOCKEY | Hockey | Sports |
By Mike Zeisberger, Toronto Sun
First posted: Wednesday, September 06, 2017 08:03 PM EDT | Updated: Wednesday, September 06, 2017 08:15 PM EDT
NEW YORK — We’re not sure if the Pope is a hockey fan. Or if he’s ever seen a game, period.
But Pope Francis certainly is supportive of the sport’s new initiative called “The Declaration of Principles,” a doctrine co-signed by 17 international hockey organizations stressing how the game should be open to everyone and bring people together.
As such, Pat LaFontaine, Hockey Hall of Famer and NHL vice-president of hockey development, confirmed during a Wednesday morning press conference that Pope Francis had sent a letter Tuesday night backing the idea.
Here is part of the letter, as read out by LaFontaine.
“His Holiness, Pope Francis, was pleased to learn that an international group of hockey organizations has chosen formally to adopt the declaration of principles that emerged from last year’s global conference. His Holiness trusts that this significant gesture will inspire greater appreciation for the pivotal role that’s played by sports and sportsmanship in training future generations to pursue personal excellence and to promote the spiritual values of teamwork, solidarity and mutual respect that are so necessary.”
The Pope’s endorsement comes after LaFontaine, fellow Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille and Omar Mitchell, the NHL’s vice president of corporate social responsibility went to The Vatican for a three-day conference on Sports for the Service to Humanity.
DRAFT AGE BOOST?
An interesting aspect to The Declaration of Principles: a push to raise the draft age by a year from 18 to 19 in order to allow young players to further develop, both mentally and physically.
It’s a concept LaFontaine has been pushing for a while, although he’s certain to get some pushback from the NHLPA.
One league executive who supports such an initiative is Maple Leafs general manager Lou Lamoriello, who said as much during an interview with Postmedia during the GMs meetings in Boca Raton, Fla., back in March 2016.
“I’ve always been in favour of (an age 19 draft) for different reasons,” Lamoriello said at the time.
“I think there may be different ways you could approach it whether it be the first round or the first two rounds. I think if it’s something the union and the league could agree on that would be positive for the game, I think that you could come up with something that would be better for the development of players, help junior hockey, and also have less mistakes as far as drafting.”
Asked about a possible influx of 18 year olds to Europe, Lamoriello replied: “I think those are the things you’d have to look at, and you might have to make adjustments as far as the rules are. Right now there are rules today that not only apply to going to Europe but there are rules in college that are different than junior hockey. They’re all done for the right reasons so I think you’d have to possibly get a collectively flat set of circumstances to prevent all the exceptions.”
VEGAS BABY VEGAS
Golden Knights goalie Marc-Andre Fleury knew people in Las Vegas wouldn’t be as familiar with him as in Pittsburgh, where he was a member of three Penguins Stanley Cup winners.
Or, for that matter, in his native province of Quebec, where the sport is a 12-month-a-year religion.
But imagine his surprise this past weekend when the movers who were lugging his furniture into his new Vegas residence suddenly recognized the starting goalie of the NHL’s 31st entry.
“Ya, it surprised me a bit. I wasn’t expecting it,” Fleury laughed Wednesday during the NHL’s annual media tour.
“But I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the excitement about the team in Vegas. People are really looking forward to it.”
Given the attractions that are the trademark of Sin City, Fleury was asked if the omnipresent distractions Vegas holds for visiting players might give the Knights an advantage on home ice.
“Maybe back in the 90’s when things like that were more commonplace and guys went out more,” he chuckled.
“But I think in the modern day game, guys are concentrating on all business instead of that off-the-ice stuff.”
Wearing a wry smile, he was quick to add: “I hope it does help us though.”
CROSS CHECKS
New York Islanders captain John Tavares told reporters on Wednesday that playing the final season of his contract without an extension won’t be a distraction. Let’s see if he maintains that stance after being peppered with questions from his hometown media when the Isles visit the Maple Leafs in Toronto on Jan. 31 … Good to see that Sabres forward Kyle Okposo on Tuesday skated in Buffalo for the first time since he was hospitalized last spring. “It was obviously a tough situation, a tough road,” Okposo told The Associated Press. “I’m just happy to be back and happy to be able to play again, and play at a high level.” Okposo was admitted to hospital on April 2 to be treated for the effects of a concussion and spent about a week in intensive care. “It was definitely a scary thing,” he said. “Your mind starts to question a lot of things.” Okposo said he was uncertain whether he’d be ready for the start of training camp, but the fact that he is back on the ice is welcome news no matter when that is.
mzeisberger@postmedia.com
Pope sends NHL letter in support of new initiative | HOCKEY | Hockey | Sports |
Devils' Boyle diagnosed with cancer, expects to keep playing
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
First posted: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 06:14 PM EDT | Updated: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 06:20 PM EDT
New Jersey Devils forward Brian Boyle has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of bone-marrow cancer that the team’s doctor said can largely be treated with medication.
Boyle has been away from the team during training camp while getting diagnosed. On a conference call Tuesday, Boyle said he hopes to start playing hockey again soon.
“We have a good plan of attack here and I’m looking forward to getting on the ice and playing,” Boyle said. “When that happens I don’t know, but my mindset is Oct. 7.”
Boyle, who played last season with the Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs and whose wife, Lauren, had a baby girl in May, said he felt mostly fatigued but chalked it up to life events. General manager Ray Shero said the cancer was discovered in bloodwork during the Devils’ team physicals at the start of camp.
CML is the same disease that former NHL forward Jason Blake played through after being diagnosed in 2007. Boyle said he hasn’t reached out to Blake to discuss how he dealt with it.
Boyle said based on what team doctor Michael Farber and others have told him, he expects to live his life under normal conditions. The 32-year-old signed a $5.5 million, two-year deal with New Jersey in July.
“We are in a good place right now,” Boyle said. “With the potential of what it could have been and what it turned out to be, I think that’s a positive thing.”
Farber said the Devils “are awaiting further testing results that will help guide management in any possible return to play.”
Boyle is a veteran of 624 NHL games with the Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Lightning and Maple Leafs and has 93 goals and 76 assists. The Devils signed him for his veteran leadership and faceoff abilities.
Devils' Boyle diagnosed with cancer, expects to keep playing | NHL | Hockey | Sp
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
First posted: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 06:14 PM EDT | Updated: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 06:20 PM EDT
New Jersey Devils forward Brian Boyle has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of bone-marrow cancer that the team’s doctor said can largely be treated with medication.
Boyle has been away from the team during training camp while getting diagnosed. On a conference call Tuesday, Boyle said he hopes to start playing hockey again soon.
“We have a good plan of attack here and I’m looking forward to getting on the ice and playing,” Boyle said. “When that happens I don’t know, but my mindset is Oct. 7.”
Boyle, who played last season with the Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs and whose wife, Lauren, had a baby girl in May, said he felt mostly fatigued but chalked it up to life events. General manager Ray Shero said the cancer was discovered in bloodwork during the Devils’ team physicals at the start of camp.
CML is the same disease that former NHL forward Jason Blake played through after being diagnosed in 2007. Boyle said he hasn’t reached out to Blake to discuss how he dealt with it.
Boyle said based on what team doctor Michael Farber and others have told him, he expects to live his life under normal conditions. The 32-year-old signed a $5.5 million, two-year deal with New Jersey in July.
“We are in a good place right now,” Boyle said. “With the potential of what it could have been and what it turned out to be, I think that’s a positive thing.”
Farber said the Devils “are awaiting further testing results that will help guide management in any possible return to play.”
Boyle is a veteran of 624 NHL games with the Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Lightning and Maple Leafs and has 93 goals and 76 assists. The Devils signed him for his veteran leadership and faceoff abilities.
Devils' Boyle diagnosed with cancer, expects to keep playing | NHL | Hockey | Sp
Coyotes' Max Domi calls for stricter immigration controls after attack in Edmonton
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Sunday, October 01, 2017 08:41 PM EDT | Updated: Sunday, October 01, 2017 08:51 PM EDT
Arizona Coyotes forward Max Domi called for stricter immigration controls on Sunday in the wake of a violent attack in Edmonton.
Domi is the son of former NHL enforcer Tie Domi and was born in Winnipeg. He tweeted Sunday evening about a Somali refugee who is facing a number of charges, including five counts of attempted murder, dangerous driving and participation in a terrorist activity after allegedly attacking a police officer and running over four pedestrians.
“Really hope everyone in Edmonton is ok. We’re behind you. This is why we have to be aware of some of the people we let into our country,” said Domi, who added an emoji of a Canadian flag.
The attacks occurred Saturday night near Commonwealth Stadium during a game between the CFL’s Edmonton Eskimos and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Outside the stadium, Edmonton police Const. Mike Chernyk, with his marked, flashing cruiser was handling crowd control and security when a speeding white Chevy Malibu rammed through a barrier and hit his car, sending him flying five metres through the air.
The driver then got out, pulled out a large knife and began stabbing Chernyk, police said. The officer fought back, forcing the suspect to flee on foot.
Police set up checkpoints and began stopping cars, leading to a second encounter hours later with the driver, now driving a U-Haul cube van. When the truck pulled over for the checkpoint, the driver produced identification linking him to the registered owner of the Malibu.
He became suspicious when police held him up, and decided to flee. The U-Haul sped off with multiple police cars in pursuit. Police say the suspect drove in the opposite lane, almost T-boned a vehicle and purposely drove into pedestrians, injuring four.
Of the four pedestrians, two suffered head injuries including a skull fracture. Two have been released from hospital, as has Chernyk.
The response to Domi’s tweet on Sunday was mixed, with many people challenging his views. An hour after his first tweet Domi put out a series of statements clarifying his stance.
“The amount of people that turn what I said into something negative is exactly what’s wrong with this world,” said the 22-year-old Domi.
Added Domi with the hashtag #isis “I was not disrespecting any race or religion. I’m talking about the bad people that can come over here and harm our country.
“Do you care if anyone comes into our country and causes harm to our friends and family. Seriously. Let’s have a conversation about this.”
http://twitter.com/max_domi/status/914614880363192322
http://twitter.com/max_domi/status/914628558907047936
Coyotes' Max Domi calls for stricter immigration controls after attack in Edmont
THE CANADIAN PRESS
First posted: Sunday, October 01, 2017 08:41 PM EDT | Updated: Sunday, October 01, 2017 08:51 PM EDT
Arizona Coyotes forward Max Domi called for stricter immigration controls on Sunday in the wake of a violent attack in Edmonton.
Domi is the son of former NHL enforcer Tie Domi and was born in Winnipeg. He tweeted Sunday evening about a Somali refugee who is facing a number of charges, including five counts of attempted murder, dangerous driving and participation in a terrorist activity after allegedly attacking a police officer and running over four pedestrians.
“Really hope everyone in Edmonton is ok. We’re behind you. This is why we have to be aware of some of the people we let into our country,” said Domi, who added an emoji of a Canadian flag.
The attacks occurred Saturday night near Commonwealth Stadium during a game between the CFL’s Edmonton Eskimos and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Outside the stadium, Edmonton police Const. Mike Chernyk, with his marked, flashing cruiser was handling crowd control and security when a speeding white Chevy Malibu rammed through a barrier and hit his car, sending him flying five metres through the air.
The driver then got out, pulled out a large knife and began stabbing Chernyk, police said. The officer fought back, forcing the suspect to flee on foot.
Police set up checkpoints and began stopping cars, leading to a second encounter hours later with the driver, now driving a U-Haul cube van. When the truck pulled over for the checkpoint, the driver produced identification linking him to the registered owner of the Malibu.
He became suspicious when police held him up, and decided to flee. The U-Haul sped off with multiple police cars in pursuit. Police say the suspect drove in the opposite lane, almost T-boned a vehicle and purposely drove into pedestrians, injuring four.
Of the four pedestrians, two suffered head injuries including a skull fracture. Two have been released from hospital, as has Chernyk.
The response to Domi’s tweet on Sunday was mixed, with many people challenging his views. An hour after his first tweet Domi put out a series of statements clarifying his stance.
“The amount of people that turn what I said into something negative is exactly what’s wrong with this world,” said the 22-year-old Domi.
Added Domi with the hashtag #isis “I was not disrespecting any race or religion. I’m talking about the bad people that can come over here and harm our country.
“Do you care if anyone comes into our country and causes harm to our friends and family. Seriously. Let’s have a conversation about this.”
http://twitter.com/max_domi/status/914614880363192322
http://twitter.com/max_domi/status/914628558907047936
Coyotes' Max Domi calls for stricter immigration controls after attack in Edmont
The Leafs are looking good, TP.............meanwhile my Pens are taking a beating at the hands of the Blackhawks. Score is 6 - 1 less than 6 minutes into the 2nd P. If this keeps up, it will be their second loss in a row.
Easy for you to say
:lol: ............my Pens are now down 8 - 1 with 3 minutes left in the 2nd and Mike Sullivan can hardly contain himself on the sidelines. Crawford doesn't have to stand on his head tonight easily managing to keep the meager number of SOGs out of the net. Pitiful, just pitiful.
But tied with 6 other teams.
Penguins have had their share of wins! Time for someone else (like the Canucks)
18 year olds are of majority age and can sign contracts - therefore, any restriction on their right to contract constitutes a restraint of trade