NHL Rescinds Ban on Pride Tape
The reversal comes after Arizona Diamondbacks defenseman Travis Dermott defied the ban last Saturday
The NHL, NHLPA and NHL Player Inclusion Coalition have agreed to rescind the league's ban on players putting rainbow-colored tape on their sticks during practices and games, the league announced on Tuesday.
The league had sent out a memo earlier this month, telling teams that players could not alter their uniforms or gear to reflect theme nights, including Pride Night, Hockey Fights Cancer or military appreciation celebrations. The decision came after certain players and teams elected not to participate in Pride Night celebrations last season, oftentimes citing religious beliefs.
Last week, Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott became the first player to defy the ban, sporting Pride Tape during Arizona's 2-1 win on Saturday against the Anaheim Ducks.
The Coyotes host the first Pride Night of the season on Friday against the Los Angeles Kings.
The makers of Pride Tape also released a statement on Tuesday, signifying their approval of the decision.
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