Jeane Marie urges NHL to 'clean it up' and enforce a domestic violence transparency policy
As the
Los Angeles Kings
clashed with the
Edmonton Oilers
for a spot in the 2025
NHL
Stanley Cup Playoffs, which began on April 19, a rally unfolded outside the arena.
While thousands of fans flocked to witness the Kings' opening playoff game, Marie and others rallied outside the venue, advocating for DV survivors. The demonstration marked one year since DV charges were dismissed against
Boston
Bruins forward Milan Lucic when his wife, Brittany Lucic, declined to testify following an alleged assault in November 2023, as reported by USA Today.
NHL members involved in contoversies over the year include
Evander Kane
, who was
reportedly accused of "neglect
," and Stan Bowman who was in ivolved in an
alleged sexual assualt lawsuit last year
. Activist Jeane, citing the lack of specific NHL policies on player suspensions related to DV, organized the protest to champion justice for the affected individuals.
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"The NHL has no policy, no accountability and no excuse," Jeane declared to The Mirror US, underscoring their commitment to supporting survivors over safeguarding reputations.
Rally organizers conveyed to the press: "This is not just a demonstration; it's a public reckoning," highlighting the gravity of their demands from the NHL.
At the Crypto Arena, as advocates pushed for reform, Jeane spoke out about the rally's goal: to compel the NHL to implement policies that hold players responsible for their actions. "We urge the NHL, we urge the L.A. Kings, to please enforce rules and guidelines and make a change today," she implored during an interview with The Mirror US.
Protestors took to the Crypto Arena with signs of NHL players with crossed-out faces.
(Image: Irish Star)
She went on to say, "There are so many athletes who beat their wives and girlfriends, and it always gets swept under the rug. The NHL is not taking accountability for implementing policies to stop it from happening."
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Tyler Sebago, an actor and activist, joined Jeane in her protest and was straightforward with his thoughts. "Every other major American sports league has a clear domestic violence policy," he declared at the rally.
Advocates are hopeful the right steps will be taken to fix the reported issue.
(Image: Express US)
"The NHL needs to stop hiding behind publicists and PR stunts and enact a clear set of policies that lay down the ground rules for those who choose to abuse."
Jeane is hopeful that all DV survivors, not just spouses within the NHL community, will join her in this cause to shield those who haven't yet spoken up about their abuse. To further the cause, Jeane has even
created a petition
.
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