Sharks' Evander Kane suspended 21 games for violating NHL's COVID-19 protocols - The Athletic

San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane has been suspended 21 games without pay for violating the NHL and NHLPA's COVID-19 protocols, the league announced on Monday. Kane, who has not suited up for the Sharks yet this season, will not appeal the decision, a source told The Athletic.

He was not at training camp while the league investigated him for possibly attempting to falsify his COVID-19 vaccination status and for an allegation by his estranged wife, Anna Kane, of domestic abuse in a divorce filing. The NHL said Monday that the abuse allegations could not be substantiated.

Kane, 30, was previously cleared in the league's investigation into allegations that he gambled on NHL games. He will be eligible to return Nov. 30 when the Sharks visit New Jersey. A source confirmed to The Athletic that Kane's salary will not count against the cap and he will remain off the roster while suspended.

"I would like to apologize to my teammates, the San Jose Sharks organization, and all Sharks fans for violating the NHL COVID protocols," Kane said in a statement through the NHLPA. "I made a mistake, one I sincerely regret and take responsibility for. During my suspension, I will continue to participate in counseling to help me make better decisions in the future. When my suspension is over, I plan to return to the ice with great effort, determination, and love for the game of hockey."

The Sharks said in a statement: "While we are encouraged by Evander's commitment to moving forward, we are extremely disappointed by his disregard for the health and safety protocols put in place by the NHL and NHLPA. We will not be commenting further on Evander's status prior to the conclusion of the NHL's mandated suspension."

(Photo: Brandon Magnus / NHLI via Getty Images)

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