Rick Westhead Returns | The Steve Dangle Podcast

[@funployee]

guys: over the summer you helped me a lot by keeping things light, at a time when i needed it. but i want to thank you especially for these last two episodes, they've been incredibly important and handled with impeccable care by all three of you.

[@Azgoon69]

Kyle Beach has more guts than all of us combined, nothing to be ashamed of, he will certainly change a lot of things not only in the NHL but the world in general and only for the better

[@VED34]

Rick is a brave man. Kyle is a hero. Thank you guys for putting this on your platform. So important. Love you guys

[@uniit7909]

@@will.i.sketch I don’t know if you’ve realized or not but you made your comment in response to someone else’s comment rather than your own. :)

[@will.i.sketch]

Opps my bad.

[@taykaygalaxy]

as a survivor that never got justice, your continued coverage of this and dedication to making sure the story isn't buried has really meant a lot to me. thank you guys so much for this, kyle beach is a hero.

[@NerfKnuckles]

Rick is an absolute gem. Can we get a monthly update segment with him on the podcast to keep stories alive?

[@MJ-mt8qp]

Notice how he asks questions that make you form your own answers? Awesome reporter!

[@geesuslookatthatalpaca7471]

I’ve watched quite a few of your podcasts over the years even though I’m the farthest thing from a Maple Leafs fan. Your insight, humor, and analysis has always kept me entertained. But ever since you first discussed this story I have nothing but respect for you all. While so many other news outlets and podcasts chose to ignore this, you kept at it, kept discussing it, and giving more information. Adam, Steve, Jesse, thank you so much. And Rick Westhead is just the best. I remember studying the Muckrakers of the 19th and early 20th centuries in a media course in college, these investigative journalists would uncover the stories that no one wanted to touch, and stand up for those who couldn’t defend themselves. Rick really reminds me of them, a true reporter. All of you are pure class acts.

[@Cquinncer]

Brilliant comment and wholeheartedly agree 👍🏼

[@muhammadelias9857]

This is honestly one of the greatest podcasts out there. You three hit the nail on the head every episode.

[@survivingBPDbreakup]

Excellent how you have kept talking about this. Very important. Sexual assault or sexual abuse really impacts people’s lives even after recovery and healing. Kyle Beach is a very courageous and strong man. I’m so sorry this happened to him and that he didn’t get heard for so many years. Men need to know there is no shame in getting help because sexual assault or abuse does not just happen to girls and women, it tragically also happens to boys and men.

[@wilseph1]

Gotta give it up to Rick for his relentless pursuit with this story when no one was reporting on this. Great job Sportsnet, TSN and major networks for your... 'reporting'.

[@randysgutful]

Rick works for TSN.

[@wilseph1]

@@randysgutful Aware, however this was purely Rick doing a lot of the leg work and was BARELY even brought to the forefront by these networks with the allegations prior.

[@shaman9]

I'm proud of the way the hockey community has gotten behind Kyle Beach and this story. Shame on the Hawks, shame on the league.

[@Hekkler72]

You guys have been amazing through all this. Instead of letting mass media dictate your discussions you went all in on an extremely difficult subject, never backed down and kept on the right side of this. Much respect for you guys from a lowly VGK fan. Westhead has been the same and still he brought up Aliu and his problems with the NHL which shouldn't be pushed to the back burner either. It's nice to see people with platforms advocating for people that have been wronged in this amazing sport. Stay awesome, SDPN. EDIT: I left out the most important person. Kyle Beach isn't just a survivor. He's one of the strongest people I've ever heard of and have nothing but respect for him. I'm sitting here in tears listening to him.

[@-gumby-3381]

💯👏

[@marcforgues9393]

You guys are awesome for being so far ahead of the curve in coverage of this subject and have been vocal in putting such behavior down. I know we would all rather hear Steve get dialed up to 17/10. But this needs to be covered. Needs to be given so much spotlight. Keep using your platform to fight the good fight when you can guys!

[@cronoros]

One of the worst things of the last week was listening to Kyle feel like he needed to apologise when none of the blackhawks side did

[@justinwalters7953]

Everyone, including Blackhawk players who knew about this and deny knowing, are ALL in save your ass mode.

[@Cate_78]

When Rick, early in the pod, mentioned how he tried to interview the players on the team earlier in the year and none of them wanted to talk that just tells me they still have that culture of silence mentality. Even now when all the teams and players and whoever else they're coming out and saying they support Kyle and they need to do better as a hockey culture, I can't help but be skeptical and think they're only saying that because it is the "right" thing to say. As you noted, "save your ass mode." It's just empty words, no more significant than "I'm giving 110%. I want to play hard." etc. etc.

[@justinwalters7953]

@@Cate_78 Toews and Kane's interviews about it are disgusting.

[@jon-eriksuermann]

I’m waiting for player accountability. I’ve hated those players from a fan perspective, now I hate them from a human perspective.

[@chrisbee9643]

and should all put in jail and taken their money!!!

[@drizzt102]

@@chrisbee9643 jail cant happen. Statue of limitations. But illinois has a labor board or ministry of labor type organization yes? This as disgusting as it is to say it this way, is definitely a health and safety breach of the highest order. And the players can be held culpable under labor act and fined monsterously for not reporting it to that outside organization when the blackhawks didnt handle it in a timely matter. They did not. MOL and such organizations can write their tickets with as many zeros as they deem fit, trust me ive seen it. So Illinois' labor board or equivalent should be stepping in here and laying an absolutely fiscal SMACK on any player whom has come out saying they knew. Boyton and Sopel first, but you give them the opportunity to name names. Then dig in on those names..and if those players are found to be culpable, you write them a fat ugly ticket and reduce sopel's and boyntons. Cause this train wreck definitely violates the Labor Act on multiple levels

[@Simply_GenX]

This podcast is quickly becoming the best sports broadcast, period!! Awesome work boys.

[@MultiBluedog123]

I wish they could get more players on, I think where chiclets has the advantage is it’s a show hosted by former players so the stories and guests they have are amazing. That being said this is definitely up there for the best hockey podcast in the world imo

[@shannonquinn]

Despite what you may think, I can only speak for myself when I say that I DO come here for this. Of course I enjoy the light-hearted topics, but THIS is incredibly important. Too many in media, especially those with an audience of millions, dropped the ball here. They didn't prioritize this for whatever myriad of reasons, and they've done a great disservice to not only their audience, but to the survivors as well. Rick Westhead is a true gem among journalists. His dogged reporting when others wouldn't touch the story, his incredibly sensitive and kind handling of Kyle's interview, and his unwavering commitment to making sure Kyle was heard is a shining example of what ALL sports journalists should aspire to be. Kyle matters, his story matters, and I thank you for continuing to follow up on this, especially when the majority of others didn't.

[@LordCrota]

Kyle Beach is a hero and not only deserves to have his name on the cup but also have an NHL Award named after him.

[@robangles]

Name on the cup? He didn't earn that.

[@LordCrota]

@@JPMadden I think precedents are irrelevant in this case.

[@Potsygvf]

Not on the cup but I hope his name is a recognized one in the hockey community

[@wilseph1]

Or he deserves for justice to be properly served and have the NHL support whatever it is that is required with this breaking.

[@AceMatthew25414]

@@robangles neither did the Blackhawks 🤷‍♂️ ( in 2010)

[@APisceanSlant]

Straight up, Rick has been on the forefront of this story, and I applaud the boys for highlighting his reporting on the matter. And not that SDPN needs props at the expense of this story, the fact is, I only learned about this tragedy, through this podcast. So, thank you for that. Also, "How do you do, fellow kids"

[@LornaGreene]

i love you guys for handling this so compassionately, so honestly, and with the gravity it deserves. thank you

[@ChadHryhorysak]

Thank you for waiting until the end to do the ad reads

[@OrcDragon65]

I'm glad someone finally put it into words about an issue I've been thinking about for a few years now. OBVIOUSLY not the focus of the interview but I feel like someone needed to say what Rick says an 44:00. Why fans often ignore problems with sports or at least start paying them less attention and lip service, that it is an entertainment activity, that is is escapism and because of that, it can be very taxing to the common viewer to deal with the issues in their lives, job, personal, whathaveyou, and then try and come home to enjoy sports, and see stuff like this everywhere. Having to turn your precious entertainment indulgence into another dose a reality. It's not Right, by any means. But it happens and I think at some point or another we're all guilty of just wanting our damn sport, whatever it is, without the drama. I'm glad someone actually put words to something I've been trying to explain since the NFL kneeling during the anthem stuff was at it's peak. I think it's a severe contributor as to why issues like this are able to be swept under the rug, because there are millions of people desperate to just get back to the game, and that's usually what the organization wants and takes advantage of.

[@garychandler7632]

1. Great interview guys. Awesome of you to work to go further than just the leafs problems. As someone who works in mental health and sees victims of sexual assault and PTSD symptoms regularly, thank you for exposing your audience to this issue who probably are not aware of male sexual assault. Its estimated 1 in 6 males have been sexually assaulted and most never tell anyone. 2. Who are the Dbags that downvoted?

[@will.i.sketch]

Thank you for the great show. Love the work you do. I found you guys by pure accident almost a year ago and haven't missed an episode since. Keep up the great work Adam, Steve and Jesse. And awesome work by Rick. We need more people like you in this world.

[@Flyyyy453]

When the media was silent, you guys spoke up 👏 thank you to the sdpn team, Rick, Tsn and everyone else who kept the word out there when no one else was talking about it. It always surprised me Why EK’s gambling garnered more media attention than this. Both important issues, but this one was seemingly being ignored by the media

[@kurt9034]

Thanks boys!! Always covering the hard stuff aswell as the fun. Excited, anxious to hear Rick because i know it will be hard hitting but the truth. ✌

[@phillipalleva-cox3903]

Facts. I don't buy for a second that guys like Toews and Kane didn't know.

[@helloimshawn]

This was a tough listen. I'm so proud of kyle. So proud of rick. Great podcast guys this is amazing work

[@chrisbee9643]

54:20 Exactly!!! THANK YOU RICK!!!!! THANK YOU!!!! And thank you guys from sdpn!!! Without you i would have heared at all. I am German and here NOBODY is talking about it!!! There arent even a lot here in Erfurt, who know. I am very grateful to have found this channel!!! So thank you guys as well!!!

[@fabianniederer6711]

Same here, Switzerland instead Germany. Great show to keep up with all NHL news!

[@chrisbee9643]

@@fabianniederer6711 Ich feier die Jungs richtig hart. :)

[@Sypher87]

By the way, whoever made the call to move the ads to the end of this one is a wonderful person. Generally I have no issues with ads in the middle of episodes or breaking it up, as that's the most revenue/views for the ad and expect you to go back to that for more normal episodes. But this was such a heavy topic and needed to be discussed and didn't need any ads throwing it off or taking away from the story.

[@lookforward2life]

Thank you for doing this. Seriously. This last week has drastically increased my respect for you three. Keep on, his advice, follow the stories. Keep up. Maybe a segment or something. Maybe not all fans, but a lot of us, really do care about the players. We want them to be healthy and safe. That sounds trite but I mean it.

[@Brvce_Wayne]

Thanks for doing this episode. It’s an important topic for everyone to try to understand.

[@nneichan9353]

Kyle was so emotional in the interview. It is clear the experience was traumatic, that includes being ignored and having help refused to him. Please continue to be vocal in your support, because at any time a survivor can spiral into a loss of hope and control. Kyle needs to know we support him.

[@LunaNyaVT]

Thank you for this, all of you are amazing ❤️

[@fonthiller]

Gents - Rolled this and the prior 'casts this morning after being away last week. Know others have UNDOUBTEDLY said the same. REALLY. WELL. DONE. Definitely appreciate (a) this being on your radar earlier than others, (b) giving a voice to lines of thought and questioning that others haven't (and perhaps, as rightsholders, I dare say can't or won't?) and (c) your pledge that it will remain on your radar, after it fades from others' headlines. Wish you continued success in growing the offerings and audience of the channel.

[@TorontoSportsNetwork243]

I very much appreciate your coverage of this topic. Thank you . You spoke to peoples media responses. Kyle has been the only person to apologise with any sort of emotion. He is the only one who shouldnt need to. You spoke to Paul Maurice. He had no skin in that. I feel he responded with a heart. Not word salad

[@joanfriesen4455]

I want to say that was a absolutely terrific podcast. I will always give a truthful opinion on each show. The biggest difference in this show was a little less judgement. I have been through something like this and I was always more open to talking with people who were listen to me and asking me questions and not making their judgement on the person who committed the act. If you are continually talking about the wrong doers and nothing about the victims or just very little all the power is given to the perpetrator. The other reason I was able to watch was because you all were very professional. I think that is why I get upset with your swearing is because when you have a guest on your show, and especially if it is another journalist, you conduct yourself very differently. So I was happy I could watch this episode because it was a very informative podcast. So I will congratulate you gentleman for a informative podcast and I would hope I could watch you regularly again. Let’s hope!

[@lindsaysadler1244]

Thank you for the good work and for covering this - please don’t let this story go away, because there are more we don’t know and everyone deserves to be heard and believed. Appreciate you guys.

[@djharris5647]

Great video guys!! I appreciate great content 👌 look forward to the next video.

[@NESADDICT]

Been waiting on this one all day

[@felipevillela4066]

This is the best podcast in sports. Keep it up!

[@MJ-mt8qp]

Luv watching these guys grow their own network, while also keeping their integrity. Thanks for talking about important issues and entertaining us.

[@weaselwag]

one of the most important, and serious journalistic endevours you guys have done. kudos to everyone involved. the story about the lawyers text to beach and kyles reply.... man.

[@seemyworld1]

Great job. Thanks for talking about this. I hope Kyle continues to heal and that Rick gets the recognition he deserves for making sure this never "went away".

[@christinetyrrell2086]

Deserves a journalism award wish he would be modest and say it's about survivors

[@cmac9029]

Rick, thank you for all the time and hard work you’ve put in to bring this story to light. Kyle, and John Doe #2, I hope this coming out and the outpouring of support from the hockey community helps you heal. Always remember, you are not alone. People will listen.

[@ssboooy4153]

Just a fantastic job by all of you guys, sticking with this story. If only the rest of this hockey world had as much ferocity and passion about truth and compassion as you guys do. The real hockey culture should be inherited from this. Sad that so many cowards see themselves as tough and accountable. THIS right here is real accountability

[@imperialaggron]

Heavy, heavy episode. I wasn't quite sure I could sit through this one quite yet. I'm glad you guys continue to talk about this.

[@unmike19]

Thanks to all involved to handle this with such care and tenacity. Phenomenal journalism! And Kyle is extremely brave. Super proud of him.

[@coffeeandbows]

thank you so much for this

[@exturkconner]

Rick asking about could we see a player doing the free Tibet thing in the nhl? An example of someone trying something like that, that comes to mind was Tim Thomas. Thomas refused to go to the white house based on the internet legislation that was in the process of being passed that would allow the US government to shutdown websites that weren't hosted in the US and that the founders weren't born or currently located in the US. Thomas believed that was a blow to free speech and he didn't get behind it. So he didn't go to the white house in protest. No one got his back. The Bruins turned on him. The players turned on him. The fans turned on him. The League turned on him. For a peaceful protest. People started saying he was racist. I don't think there's anything wrong with a player being a family man first, or in this case a citizen of a country first. But that's how this league is. If you stand out too far you are going to get hammered back into line or you are going to be gone. The NHL wants all of it's players to be mindless drones. It's frustrating. And of course in this example Tim was right. That version of the legislation went away but another version came to pass and it's the stuff that has seen a bunch of websites get pulled down and a bunch of site owners get prosecuted when in the country they were operating in and hosting from they weren't doing anything illegal. It's a huge abuse of power and it does have all kinds of implications about freedoms of expression online.

[@brownspider-man4308]

Rick and the entire sdp. You guys are awesome thankyou. We stand with kyle 🙏

[@djlethal]

damn.. you boys actually did such a good job with this one. Good questions and opportunity to spread this important story.

[@fabianniederer6711]

Great Job Mister Westhead! Also Thanks SDPN guys on following that story closely and doing another full show on that horrible issue.

[@luca4741]

Great job helping spread this message guys. This is terrible and it needs to be talked about NOT hidden. Great work boys.

[@Daniel-ov5ke]

Sadly the end goal for the Blackhawks organization and the league is clearly damage control, its amazing that this podcast has been giving this situation the coverage that it needs and I cant wait for the day that sdpn becomes a competitor to major sports networks such as TSN and Sportsnet.

[@yankees2864]

Unfortunately Steve is employed by Sportsnet, so he would have to quit first. Bardown from TSN and Steve from Sportsnet are my favorites to watch though.

[@Daniel-ov5ke]

@@yankees2864 Unfortunately yes and in that case I cant wait for the day that employees at Sportsnet try to make a move to work for sdpn

[@tobiasfrost86]

Sdpn are already getting there as it is

[@GabrialMacLeod]

The only motivation to block deposition is to prevent that deposition from making the official record prior to the beginning of settlement negotiations. If this individual's testimony has extremely damning information, it stands to reason that it can have a significant impact on the amount of monetary damages that a) the team is liable to pay, and b) the degree to which the plaintiffs can demand specific monetary damages. The owners are "committed to doing the right thing" so long as it doesn't cost them too much money. At this point money should not be a consideration at all in the teams thought process if they genuinely want to compensate and as best they can make Kyle Beach whole from this entire ordeal.

[@scottkirkness8002]

Guys, you have gained such legitimacy over the past 18 months, we DO come here for this

[@BobbyHD00]

The over pouring love from the Hockey community as a whole has been incredible. I really hope this tragic story of Kyle Beach will give those silenced a voice

[@BobbyHD00]

But we as the community cannot stop talking about this until we get the answers we but most importantly those who were affected deserve. Shame on the Blackhawks and the NHL

[@4lifeFanHabs]

Kyle Beach is a hero. Now, he’s not alone. But as far as the respond from other players, Robin Lehner is one of the very few to explicit said that he supports and got in touch with Kyle. Taylor Hall said some interesting things like the hockey culture needs a big change because of all the secrecy. Brent Sopel, Nick Boyton and Alex Debrincat, who was not on the team back in 2010, somehow manage to say a decent statement from the situation unlike the other players of the team

[@cynthiacairns9209]

"It doesn't matter if you're first. It matters that you're right." Wow! Thank you for that, sir! How I wish that was the standard for ALL journalists.

[@BobbyHD00]

Just to add to Rick's Norwegian soccer story, that individual upon learning about the human rights issues challenged the Norwegian FA and actually made the members vote on whether Norway should boycott the 2022 WC

[@Meta4Myles]

As far as the court case, I think the Blackhawks are trying to prove that they never recommended him for future employment because that is a big factor for the case with John Doe 2.

[@nationalhamleague5352]

They amended that part if I recall this correctly. The fact that he was kept with the team for weeks after, let uim celebrate with the team and then have his own cup day is an implication that he was still considered a respected member of the team. And that's an indirect approval? Idk how a civil suit works but I know the burden of evidence is slightly less than a criminal one? Idk though if that'll stand.

[@Meta4Myles]

@@nationalhamleague5352 Yes, I read that the day with the Cup is what they are considering the recommendation... Aldrich assaulted an undergrad student at University of Miami Ohio before going to the high school. Why didn't the high school know of what happened at Miami Ohio, OR do a little digging on why Aldrich wanted to volunteer at a high school when he should be able to work anywhere. What about Aldrichs own family? They knew what he was up to at least by the time he assaulted the undergrad student at Miami Ohio.

[@kittttcattt]

Kyle deserves better. He is so courageous coming forward. The Blackhawks staff owners managers should be ashamed of how they are trying to wiggle out of it and not give Kyle all that he needs. Poor Kyle.

[@lewisgriffin9684]

He's a hero and he's going to get better wait and see how big of a law suit settlement he going to get out of this he probably won't ever have to play another hockey game in his life he didn't want to

[@Deathtrip420]

Mad props to Rick, Katie and the SDP crew who decided it was better to put people over profits. Too many public figures talk about the morals of our society, and when it matters they have zero ethical standards. People who really care about others demand justice at the moment of the wrongdoing, not after it becomes favorable or profitable to do so. This is a long overdue reckoning for hockey, and hopefully it continues to reverberate throughout the enrite hockey culture. This is a massive task to try and get people to really change, but this is where it starts. Keep up the pressure and stick to your principles, because you know thats what the people on the other side of the line fear the most. Respect and solidarity!

[@georgepereira8887]

I’m really worried by what Rick is saying starting around the 43:00 mark in response to Adam’s (long) question. This story really doesn’t feel like it’s as everywhere as it should be. There’s too much quiet around this on social and mainstream media. It’s not enough engagement, the views are too low. This needs to be everywhere, all the time. Our ability to process the news has been eroded to a truly frightening level.

[@lildurpy]

48:00 I could imagine a player like PK Subban stepping up and doing something like this

[@ericwilliams1845]

The sad thing is there are probably more players in hockey who have had this happen. I hope kyles bravery inspires them to talk and bystanders within the sport to never sit idle when they know about something as serious as sexual harassment.

[@kinglinus3708]

You are so right. Its happens alot.

[@galahad692000]

If the NHL wanted people to think they're taking this seriously, Aldrich's name should have been removed from the Cup first thing Tuesday.

[@ScreaminT81]

Rick is a gem, Kyle is a hero, and I am thankful you guys have been talking about this. Thank you 🙏

[@nneichan9353]

Perhaps the NHL should ask Kyle to help them set up a system that will address the needs of players who are faced with abuse, sexual or physical, or verbal. IF the BH organization had pursued Aldrich, taken him to court, supported Kyle, then any number of people would not have experienced the assaults Aldrich was enabled to commit later.

[@55rro]

Have been a Blackhawks fan since the age of 5. I am 60 now. I was a season ticket holder from 2007 till 2016. I got out because I knew McDonough was an egomaniac and a coward. He did nothing for the Stanley Cup run but certainly took credit. I felt similar about Stan. Built nothing but took credit. The Chicago media glorified both Stan and McDonough. . I called both sports radio stations and expressed this but every radio show would say "No look at what both these great executives have done" I called ESPN Chicago in July about this situation and could not get passed the producer. They said, "we are not talking about that." What I want to express is both Chicago radio show do not cover hockey. And when they do it's a 5-minute segment and it's all giggles. Even this morning ESPN radio mentioned that Sopel and Boyton may have an axe to grind that is why they are saying all teammates knew about this. But Not Toews and Kane and a majority of players knew and used slurs towards Beach. That is why I listen to your podcast and other Canadian sites. I want to thank Rick and your podcast . I was A Blackhawks Fan. Thank You guys

[@tee_es_bee]

Thank you. 🧡💛🧡

[@lildurpy]

Thank you Rick Westhead

[@nates9029]

The many ways in which the system failed this guy is incredible. A $2 million dollar fine for the Blackhawks isn't nearly enough and I hope the fine goes to a group that helps survivors of sexual assault. The fact that the Blackhawks NOW want to remove the predator's name from the Stanley Cup is ridiculous. They allowed his name to be put in there in the first place! This whole situation is sickening.

[@KevinJL]

Thanks

[@jon-eriksuermann]

To fulfill that “obligation” I suggest the beginning of each podcast, upload, or whatever term is wanted to use that time to acknowledge the sexual assault, racism, etc cases in the NHL. Make it a part of the format. Your reach has been proven by this interview, use it as leverage for what is right.

[@jackkinsman8980]

Kyle Beach is a god damn hero. So much courage in the face of so much pain and darkness that he didn't deserve to feel.

[@DucksUpDogsDownCatsSlide]

I remember during the last interview with Rick Westhead, Adam Wylde accurately guessed who the John Doe was.

[@gabrielonnerfors885]

You three are amazing

[@davidk2801]

Really sad. Wish him the best with recovery.

[@tbdfupa]

well done

[@formullad9767]

Good job guys.

[@KiltedCritic]

For how the NHL handled this, it is sadly endemic to how most western organisations would also have handled it. To name just a few, think of the abuses at Activision-Blizzard, Aaron Hernandez, banks that caused the 2008 crash, or the abused Team USA gymnasts. Organisations ALWAYS try to wash their hands of any responsibility and accountability. All in the name of protecting "success" or "the brand". On top of deflecting, denying, and doing their utmost to keep things like this all "internal" with perpetrators allowed to "resign" or worse "re-assigned" elsewhere in the company. The biggest tragedy of all is, the lessons are never learned, and governments never try to make them learn.

[@scenoptica]

Hockey players can play with broken noses and punctured lungs, but few are as brave as Kyle for coming forward. Thank you Rick for keeping on this until it finally saw the light of day.

[@dsutton777]

2 of my new heroes: Kyle and Rick and his wishing for better health for his son 🙏

[@LisaNYC70]

I have questions. Here are only just a few. What is being done regarding the players who harassed Kyle Beach? What is being done about the player who chased the one victim on the ice and called me that horrible F word? Why aren't other news outlets speaking more about Duncan Keith's refusal to be interviewed and the lie that he wasn't approached? What is going on with Brad Aldrich right now during all of this? Where is Chicago's AG in all of this???

[@thelittlestnomad5960]

Great episode. Heroic work - as you say the NHL just wand this gone, but I’d be amazed if this was an issue that occurred in isolation. As a Uk hockey fan it’s easy to see how the system leads to a culture of silence. The establishment holds all the cards - owning a players rights to play in North America means that players and coaches toe the line or they are ostracised. There are more players than spots. Jarrod Skalde is now coaching my local team here in Wales. I always though it was odd we got him. Now I can see why.

[@mikeyjudo]

Everyone involved in this is a stain on the true fans of Chicago hockey. I am so disgusted by a team I once loved.

[@tobiasfrost86]

Have you chosen a new team?

[@PMac13]

The Blackhawks being worth $1.09 billion being fined $2 million is the equivalent of someone with $60k being fined $110 for covering up a sexual assault. Fuckin imagine.

[@juslikejessejames]

damn 1 min ago I’ve been waiting on this all day

[@ultraginge1990]

The thing I am most impressed with is that the main reporters who wouldn’t let this go did not go after the players affected by this to drag them into the spotlight. Poor Kyle….I feel so sorry for him….he will punish himself for the rest of his life for what happened to that kid. It’s not his fault.

[@phillipalleva-cox3903]

Literally every member of the NHL player or otherwise that didn't support him before we knew who it was or after has failed Kyle/ Jon Doe two.

[@carolisch9715]

I agree with another commenter, the NHL should consider an award for personal courage named for Kyle Beach.

[@cleementine]

That Dr. Shaw should have a complaint laid against him with the College of Physicians and Surgeons.

[@IbrahimH]

The blackhawks have committed to a settlement. But not all settlements are equal. If you hurt beach’s court case, you can negotiate a very modest settlement since Beach would have little legal recourse. But if Beach’s team has a strong legal case, he’ll have a much stronger negotiating position. So yeah, Wirtz committed to a settlement but…he doesn’t want to pay a lot.

[@genoesposito2895]

The real hero in this story is Rick Westhead.

[@tobiasfrost86]

You're not wrong

[@nathansingleton1514]

The blackhawks ruined his career and buried him in the minors after knowing everything that has happened to Kyle and so many of us in the hockey world and in the non hockey world. They buried him in the minors so he’ll have a smaller voice for if and when this horrible information came out. Now I think they owe him a lot for not letting him take the next step to the NHL just because of this.

[@David_prod-eNGee]

Much love, Kyle.

[@liamdoc5197]

rick weasthead is a hero and desveres to be in the hockey hall of fame

[@michaelpesce4017]

Bill Guerin is also the same guy that willingly swings his stick at his teammates in practice like a 7 year old trying to break a pinata for a tootsie roll

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Rick Westhead: 🐐