Statement from Sportsnet regarding Don Cherry
Retrieved on:
Monday, November 11, 2019
Following further discussions with Don Cherry after Saturday nights broadcast, it has been decided it is the right time for him to immediately step down.
Key Points:
- Following further discussions with Don Cherry after Saturday nights broadcast, it has been decided it is the right time for him to immediately step down.
- During the broadcast, he made divisive remarks that do not represent our values or what we stand for.
- Don is synonymous with hockey and has played an integral role in growing the game over the past 40 years.
- We would like to thank Don for his contributions to hockey and sports broadcasting in Canada.- Bart Yabsley, President, Sportsnet