The American hockey league removed the Russian for racism

The American hockey league suspended Russian Maxim Groshev for racism

The leadership of the American Hockey League (AHL) suspended the Russian attacking club “Syrandus Kranch” Maxim Groshev for racism. This was reported on the League website.

The AHL said that the hockey player used racist insults against the opponent during the regular championship match against Rochester American. He is disqualified for ten matches and will be able to return to operation on March 30. It is noted that Groshev will be able to participate in training and training on racism and inclusiveness.

Groshev was chosen on the draft of the National Hockey League (NHL) of 2020 by the Tampa Bay Lightning club. In the current regular AHL championship, the Russian spent 46 matches and scored 11 points.

Earlier, the Russian football player Valery Saramutin was removed from the matches of the Austin Buold Texas club in the United States for refusing to kneen in support of the fight against racism. After that, the athlete returned to Russia.

Source: Lenta

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