Columbus Blue Jackets star Patrick Laine has been through a lot lately with injuries and the loss of his father. Recently, he took a break from his team to focus on his mental health entering the NHL Players Assistance Program.
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A few weeks later, a tasteless comment from a podcast has caught the attention of social media and Patrick Laine specifically.
Patrick Laine Reacts To Tasteless Comments Towards Him By Podcast Host
During a podcast discussing the team's challenges, one host made a hurtful comment about Laine's absence, suggesting he was considering retirement due to something called a "Remington retirement."
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This comment was insensitive, especially given Laine's situation. Laine himself responded on social media, expressing his disapproval.
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The host who made the comment later announced she was leaving the show because she didn't realize the meaning of the term and found out it was a joke about suicide.
Hi everyone,I was on a podcast last night where a joke was make that I didn't know what it meant. Therefore, I didn't laugh. Today, I was told that a "Remington Retirement" was a suicide joke. Moving forward I will no longer be on the
@BnB_RoundTable
. Suicide is not a joke. #CBJ
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This incident highlights the importance of treating athletes as human beings who face real struggles. Regardless of opinions on Laine as a player, he deserves respect. The comment was inappropriate, and an apology should be made.
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There's no news yet on whether the person who made the comment will face consequences.
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