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Old 05-08-2025, 11:52 AM   #30
CliffFletcher
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Huh arrests and convictions are the same thing. Good to know. Also what does NFL players being arrested have to do with an NHL coach who knowingly turned a blind eye to sexual assault? Interesting shift of the conversation.
Sigh. I’m pointing out that winning trumps ethics in professional sports. The NFL has had some high-profile cases, so that came to mind. But if it will put your suspicious mind to rest, you can add cycling and pro baseball to the list. I could add the NBA as well, but no doubt that would be construed as racist too by some of you excitable types.

The incentives in professional sports - financial, status, legacy - are all towards winning. And fans are culpable. We lionize the team that wins the Cup, not the team that iced the best group of guys.
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If this day gets you riled up, you obviously aren't numb to the disappointment yet to be a real fan.
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