Conor Bedard’s mother is making headlines in the NHL, drawing comparisons to past controversies involving LeBron James and Delonte West.
The hockey world has been buzzing about the mysterious absence of veteran defenseman Corey Perry from the Chicago Blackhawks. Perry, a former Hart Memorial Trophy winner, was labeled as a healthy scratch and then officially designated to be away from the team for the “foreseeable future” due to “personal matters,” as stated by his agent.
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Amid the uncertainty, a salacious rumor surfaced on social media, suggesting that Perry had been forced to leave the team due to an alleged incident involving sexual relations with Conor Bedard’s mother.
Chicago Blackhawks beat writer Charlie Roumeliotis emphasized the falsehood of the rumor, putting an end to the speculation. Despite the clarification, the controversy added intrigue to Perry’s unexplained absence.
Conor Bedard, regarded as a rising star in Chicago sports, briefly commented on Perry’s situation, expressing disappointment at his absence but refraining from providing detailed information. The 17-year-old Bedard acknowledged Perry’s significance to the team but did not delve into the reasons behind his departure.
Drawing a parallel to the NBA’s LeBron James and Delonte West incident, where a similar rumor circulated, the report highlights the sensitive nature of such controversies within professional sports. Perry, a 19-year NHL veteran, was acquired by the Blackhawks in a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning in June, contributing four goals and five assists in 16 games this season. Despite the false rumor, the situation has brought attention to the complexities of personal dynamics within sports teams.