Re: Corey Perry situation - UPDATE: cleared waivers; contract terminated
Originally Posted by
PenguinHunter
Is there media or something that is expecting he doesn't have a problem?
People who have legitimately suffered through alcoholism who are in the media have murmured they hope that he isn't diluting the seriousness of alcohol abuse and using it as an excuse.
I think it's only being brought up because he chose to void his deal over going into the NHL players assistant program. Like it's just an odd move, unless he truly thinks the program is flawed.
Alcohol abuse comes in many forms, and Perry could be a binge drinker who once he starts, he can't stop, but doesn't drink often. Which would be less seen in terms of health, effectiveness on the ice, and likely would reflect a bit on relations with other players who rave about how good he is. Also, at 38yrs old, who could have a hidden drinking problem, might not get a $4m deal. It's all just assumptions though.
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