There are no out NHL players. Could 'Heated Rivalry' change that?
The success of the queer hockey romance puts a spotlight on the sport's ongoing stigma and absence of out players.
December 8, 2025
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Chicago Blackhawks sued by former employee who claims he was fired for being gay
The Blackhawks' former PR manager accused his supervisor of "discriminating against him because he was a homosexual male."
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A gay hockey player is on a mission to create an inclusive hockey culture from the inside out
“This isn’t just about hockey. It’s about creating a world where everyone belongs,” out hockey player Brock McGillis tells The Advocate.
March 31, 2025
Inside the undiscovered queer life of U.S. hockey’s first superstar, Hobey Baker
The executive producer of a new ESPN podcast about Baker talks to The Advocate about this remarkable athlete, and how the NHL may want his story to go away.
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How a gay hockey star is fighting homophobia when not in the rink
Brock McGillis is on a "Cultural Shift Tour" speaking to over 100 high school and minor league teams about LGBTQ+ acceptance.
January 10, 2024
New Jersey Devils Troll the NHL by Wearing LGBTQ+ Pride Jerseys in Spite of Ban
The NHL banned players from wearing themed jerseys during warm-ups, but they didn't say anything about before warm-ups.
December 21, 2023
Hockey Is Cracking Down on Cancer Support and Native Heritage After Banning Pride
Following the NHL's crackdown on Pride nights, players now risk fines if they show support for other causes such as Indigenous Heritage and Hockey Fights Cancer.
November 27, 2023