SUNRISE, Fla. — Brothers Eric and Marc Staal of the Florida Panthers declined to put on particular Satisfaction-themed warmup jerseys forward of the group’s 6-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday.
The jerseys have been a part of Florida’s Satisfaction night time recreation in assist of the realm’s LGBTQ group, and the brothers cited their faith as the explanation for his or her resolution.
“We feature no judgement on how individuals select to stay their lives, and consider that each one individuals must be welcome in all elements of the sport of hockey,” the Staal brothers mentioned in a press release. “Having mentioned that, we really feel that by us sporting a Satisfaction jersey it goes in opposition to our Christian beliefs.”
Whereas the Staal brothers declined to take part, Russian goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was one of many Panthers who went forward with the Satisfaction-themed jerseys.
The Chicago Blackhawks have determined in opposition to sporting particular warmup jerseys to commemorate their Satisfaction night time on Sunday, citing an anti-gay Kremlin legislation that would imperil Russian athletes once they return dwelling. The choice was made by the group after conversations with its gamers.
Auston Matthews had two targets for Toronto, and Matt Murray made 33 saves. Mitchell Marner and William Nylander every had a aim and an help, and John Tavares completed with three assists.
The Maple Leafs received for the third time in 4 video games, bouncing again properly after a 7-2 loss to the New York Islanders on Tuesday night time.
Matthew Tkachuk and Nick Cousins scored for the Panthers. Bobrovsky made 21 saves.
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