September 23, 2011
Wayne Simmonds fell victim to something that has never been seen before in hockey.
Last night's game in London, Ontario, (which ended in a 4-3 loss) in the shootout, Simmonds went to take his shot. As he skated down the ice, someone in the stands threw a banana at him.
Simmonds acknowledged that what had just happened to him did startle him a bit, but he still managed to score.
NHL Commisioner Gary Bettman adressed what was generally viwed as a racial slur.
"We have millions of great fans who show tremendous respect for our players and for the game," said Bettman . "The obviously stupid and ignorant action by one individual is in no way representative of our fans or the people of London, Ontario."
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