It has been less than a week since former NHL player Akim Aliu came forward alleging* Calgary Flames head coach, Bill Peters, made racist comments to Akim nearly 10 years ago.
*(Peters has since admitted to the comments, and a written apology was given to GM Brad Treliving).
The duty of Flames general counsel remains with preserving the integrity of the organization, and not with justifying improper behavior. In light of the recent comments made by Don Cherry and the expeditious nature of his termination, I suspect that it won’t be long before Peters is released as head coach.
https://www.tsn.ca/akim-aliu-speaks-publicly-on-allegations-against-calgary-flames-head-coach-bill-peters-1.1403974
How do the Flames start putting the Bill Peters scandal behind them?
A quote from GM- Brad Trevliving on hiring Bill Peters:
“Ultimately, my job isn’t to necessarily do what’s politically right or what’s safe. My job is to do what I feel, and have the conviction of making the decision that is best for the hockey club. I have nothing but belief Bill is going to come in here and do a phenomenal job.”
I think GC would disagree…