It seems like both the NHL and Buffalo Sabres are taking a wait-and-see approach when it comes to Evander Kane facing charges related to a June incident at a bar.
Unlike Sabres GM Tim Murray expressing frustration with Kane shortly following the alleged incident, Buffalo’s release didn’t really share much emotion.
Here’s the short release:
#Sabres statement on Evander Kane pic.twitter.com/jM4jLpbpET
— Joe Buscaglia (@JoeBuscaglia) July 22, 2016
Again, the NHL seems comfortable with following a simple path.
NHL is monitoring E.Kane situation, but won't take any disciplinary action at this time.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 22, 2016
The Buffalo News’ Mike Harrington points out that the league often waits until situations go through legal processes before deciding to do anything in-house.
Same thing they said with ROR. They generally wait until there's resolutions. Same approach. https://t.co/dltZnS299N
— Mike Harrington (@ByMHarrington) July 22, 2016
Long story short, this is still a fluid situation. For more, check out this post from earlier on Friday.