NHL's Statement On 'Today' About Akim Aliu Isn't Good Enough
by Chris Baud from Deadspin > Sports News Without Fear, Favor or Compromise on (#541YW)
It took nine days, but the NHL finally responded to Akim Aliu's devastating story in the Players' Tribune on May 19, detailing the racist attacks he had suffered at the hands of teammates and coaches in his climb from prospect to pro.