NHL Reinstates Executives and Coach After Blackhawks Assault Scandal
Stan Bowman, Al MacIsaac, and Joel Quenneville can seek employment starting July 10 after showing remorse and committing to improvement.
- The NHL lifted the ban on Bowman, MacIsaac, and Quenneville, allowing them to return to the league.
- The three were banned in 2021 for mishandling a sexual assault allegation involving a player and a video coach in 2010.
- An independent investigation found that the Blackhawks prioritized team performance over addressing the assault claims.
- The league acknowledged the individuals' efforts in personal improvement and increased awareness of their responsibilities.
- Bowman is a potential candidate for the Edmonton Oilers' vacant general manager position.