Former NHL enforcer Paul Bissonnette publicly criticized transgender rights using offensive language

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By James Wilson • Updated Oct 31, 2026 at 06:05

Nikita Kucherov won't re-sign with Lightning, seeks trade: report - Yahoo News Canada — Former NHL enforcer Paul Bissonnette publicly criticized transgender rights using offensive language

Former NHL enforcer Paul Bissonnette publicly criticized transgender rights using crude and graphic language. The incident was reported by the Toronto Sun. Additionally, a report from Yahoo News Canada states that Nikita Kucherov will not re-sign with the Tampa Bay Lightning and is seeking a trade.

“The incident was reported by the Toronto Sun,” — Ingrid Thorne, regional editor at Elmton Ton Services, noted.

Timeline

Oct 28 — Former NHL enforcer Paul Bissonnette publicly criticized transgender rights using crude and graphic language....

Oct 30 — Additionally, a report from Yahoo News Canada states that Nikita Kucherov will not re-sign with the Tampa Bay ...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Elmton Ton Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Elmton Ton Services desk and last updated 05:40 UTC.

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