Getty Images New Jersey forward Cam Janssen is sorry for using homophobic language in a radio interview.
“Earlier this week, I participated in an internet-based radio show in which I used some poor judgment which I now regret,” Janssen said in a statement. “The New Jersey Devils were unaware of this interview, which I arranged myself.
“I would like to apologize for my poor choice of language. The tone of the interview was very casual and off-color, and I lost focus on what is and is not acceptable and professional. I am deeply sorry to anyone who was offended by my language. Moving forward, I hope to eliminate that type of language from my vocabulary. I would also like to take this chance to express my support for the work the You Can Play project is doing, and for the gay community in general.
“I apologize for the embarrassment my comments have caused to the New Jersey Devils management, as well as my teammates.”
Patrick Burke of You Can Play – an organization “dedicated to ensuring equality, respect and safety for all athletes, without regard to sexual orientation” – expressed his support for Janssen.
“People unwilling to give Cam a chance to learn from his mistakes are doing no more to support You Can Play than he did in his interview,” tweeted Burke.
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He’s off to Torpedo Nizhni Novgorod.
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He was a healthy scratch for Games 1 and 2.
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As Seidenberg and Redden get healthier, tough decisions looming for Julien
May 20, 2013, 12:27 PM EDT
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Young d-men Torey Krug, Dougie Hamilton and Matt Bartkowski have impressed.
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Donovan McNabb’s nephew says it’d be ‘special’ playing for Flyers
May 20, 2013, 12:12 PM EDT
That’s Darnell Nurse, a highly-touted prospect for the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
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Spezza says Adams hit was one of the biggest he’s ever received
May 20, 2013, 11:56 AM EDT
But don’t worry, Sens fans — he’s fine.
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San Jose’s Logan Couture played the hero on Saturday night.
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Which is exactly what the goalie was following Game 3.
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All three captains are still competing in the playoffs.
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And Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen was apparently on board.
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Washington is moving into a very tough division.
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He had no points and seven fights.
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Playoffs Tonight: Blackhawks look to ‘ramp up our intensity’ vs Red Wings
May 20, 2013, 8:03 AM EDT
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Game 3 will start at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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PHT Morning Skate: Where Pens, Bruins AHL teams erupt in playoff game
May 20, 2013, 7:15 AM EDT
Monday’s collection of links.
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Report: Patrick Roy a candidate for Avalanche head coaching job
May 20, 2013, 1:56 AM EDT
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Had success as a QMJHL coach in Quebec.
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That close to going up 3-0.
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Senators’ OT hero Greening had fiberglass pieces removed from face
May 20, 2013, 12:55 AM EDT
No pain.
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Welcome back.
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Ottawa back in the series.
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Looked like a minor penalty. Went undetected.
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Overtime.
