NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Milbury is facing huge backlog for his remarks during an NHL game Thursday night when he praised the NHL bubble for having “no women here to limit the player’s concentration.
The NHL quickly issued a statement Friday criticizing Milbury’s comment.
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“The National Hockey League condemns the insensitive and insulting remark made by Mike Milbury during last night’s broadcast and we have communicated our feelings to NBC,” the statement read. “The comment does not reflect the values and commitment of the NHL to make our game more inclusive and hospitable to all.
Milbury and co-host John Forslund called Game 5 between the New York Islanders and Washington Capitals when Forslund began discussing the bubble.
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“When you think about it, it’s a great environment, if you enjoy playing and enjoying long time with your teammates, it’s a perfect place,” Forslund said.
Milbury replied, “not even women here to limit your concentration.”
The comment was blasted on social media, with calls for NBC to take action.
NBC Sports told the Associated Press in a statement: “We are disappointed with Mike’s incomplete comment and have tackled it with him.”
Milbury also issued an apology through the AP.
“I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. It was not my intention to disrespect anyone. I tried to be irreverent and took it a step too far. It was a sad mistake that I take seriously. ”
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No word on whether Milbury will take disciplinary action, however ESPN reported that he will not call the Philadelphia Flyers-Montreal Canadiens Game 6 on Friday night.
