I think there needs some attention to be paid to what sport is going to represent to young people: should it be viewed in the competitive, team-oriented sense that it is now, or does it become a vehicle for betting,… — Gary Bettman Copy Share Image
Relatively, a very small percentage of betting takes place on hockey and even baseball because of the nature of the game and the scoring. — Gary Bettman Copy Share Image
This is a tragedy for the players. Their careers are short and this is money and opportunity they'll never get back. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
On the issue of behavioral health and the like, the program we have in place has always been available to former players as well. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
My rooting interest these days is first and foremost competitive hockey, and secondly in officials not making a mistake. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
The fact is, I view part of what I do is, if necessary, on difficult issues, be the lightning rod. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
I would hope there would be a greater appreciation by casual sports fans of the incredible skill and passion of our players. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
A good fan base has developed around the Hurricanes, and I see the opportunity for continued growth for this franchise in the future. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
I think it's fairly clear that playing hockey isn't the same as playing football. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
What we have tried to instill across the league through ownership and management is that we stand for inclusiveness and to judge somebody on… — Gary Bettman Copy Share
I think there's always a line between what is parody in good fun in chanting and what is intended to belittle certain segments of… — Gary Bettman Copy Share
I don't worry about the integrity of the game. Our players are professionals. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
At least two or three of the leagues in Europe over the last few months have said to us, 'We hope you go to… — Gary Bettman Copy Share
Doing jersey advertising for the World Cup is not in the same universe as putting advertising on NHL sweaters. — Gary Bettman Copy Share
