NHL defends disciplinary decisions in Blackhawks scandal

By STEPHEN WHYNO and JOHN WAWROW
AP Hockey Writers

Commissioner Gary Bettman is defending the NHL’s handling of disciplinary matters following an investigation into the Chicago Blackhawks over sexual assault allegations in 2010. Bettman called the organization’s $2 million fine significant. he defended decisions to let Joel Quenneville coach one more game and not discipline Winnipeg general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff based on his limited role in Chicago’s front office. The executive board of the NHL Players’ Association also met Monday to discuss the union’s handling of Kyle Beach’s allegations more than a decade ago. NHLPA executive director Don Fehr recommended outside counsel launch a review into what happened. Executive committee members are set to vote on that.