World News 1: NHL’s Blackhawks will not wear Pride jerseys due to Russian anti-LGBTQ laws

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World News 1: NHL’s Blackhawks will not wear Pride jerseys due to Russian anti-LGBTQ laws

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  • Team says wearing jerseys could endanger Russian player
  • Pride jerseys have sparked debate among NHL teams
An NHL team with a Russian player has decided against wearing special warmup jerseys to commemorate Pride night, citing an anti-gay Kremlin law that could imperil Russian athletes when they return home.The Chicago Blackhawks, who have an additional two players with connections to Russia, will not wear Pride-themed warmup jerseys before Sunday’s game against...

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