August 31, 2009

Hockey Players Oust Director With Input From Ombuds

The National Hockey League Players' Association fired its Executive Director, Paul Kelly, after a lengthy deliberation by the executive board. According to media reports, interim NHPLA Ombuds Buzz Hargrove, was summoned into the boardroom twice to participate in the discussion before a final vote was taken. It is believed that Hargrove presented a review of Kelly’s tenure that indicated employees were divided on Kelly’s proficiency. (Sporting News; Toronto Globe & Mail.)

3 comments:

  1. Blogger doesn't spell check headlines. Sorry for the "hokey" typo.

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  2. Anyone else surprised that the NHLPA has an ombudsman?

    -Jeff

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  3. Yes and no. What is surprising to it from your perspective?

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