Gary Bettman
Gary Bettman is the Commissioner of the National Hockey League (NHL), a position he has held since 1993. He is known for his pivotal role in growing the league's popularity and revenue, but he has also faced criticism for his decisions, such as the NHL's non-participation in the Olympics, which he described as 'incredibly disruptive.'
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Gary Bettman must be floating an inch off the ground due to the current popularity of hockey.
In the wake of the Olympics, with Heated Rivalry still smouldering, hockey has never been bigger
Canada· 2026-02-28
Gary Bettman stated that the world of hockey is better when the Players' Association and the league collaborate.
Враќањето на НХЛ на ЗОИ ги оправда очекувањата и ја постави сцената за СП 2028
North Macedonia· 2026-02-24
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman told Sportsnet that thematic uniforms had become a 'distraction'.
Anna Kjellbin, Ronja Savolainen are a real life ‘Heated Rivalry’ at the Winter Olympics
United States· 2026-02-14
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman endorsed the NHL size, saying the singular time it was used at the Winter Games – during the 2010 Vancouver Olympics − the games were better to watch.
Get used to it, hockey fans – the weird rink in Milan may not be going anywhereCanada· 2026-02-13
Gary Bettman is the NHL commissioner who commented on the show Heated Rivalry, which Rachel Reid found dubious.
Rachel Reid’s wild Heated Rivalry rideCanada· 2026-01-29
Gary Bettman is the NHL commissioner who commented on the impact of Heated Rivalry.
ליגת ההוקי קרח מעולם לא הייתה פופולרית יותר
Israel· 2026-01-24
Gary Bettman, the NHL commissioner, acknowledged the tragic bus accident during a press conference.
Offren för bussolyckan hedrades när NHL kom till Stockholm
Sweden· 2025-11-15
Commissioner Gary Bettman commented on the NHL's rules and the decisions teams must make regarding the players.
Carter Hart to sign with Vegas Golden Knights after acquittal in sexual assault trialCanada· 2025-10-16
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media prior to a game and commends Connor McDavid’s team-first extension.
Bettman revels in NHL franchise valuations and commends McDavid’s team-first extensionCanada· 2025-10-09
Gary Bettman, the New York lawyer who has run the league since 1993, seems more interested in putting hockey in the American desert than the Canadian snow.
Instead of waiting for a Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup, Canada should launch its own domestic hockey leagueCanada· 2025-10-04
Commissioner Gary Bettman said that the entire National Hockey League family mourns the passing of this beloved icon.
Hall of Famer Bernie Parent, who led the Flyers to two Stanley Cups, dies at 80Canada· 2025-09-21
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman in his remembrance of Goodenow noted he was a captain at Harvard and a player in the minors.
Former NHLPA head Bob Goodenow dies at 72Canada· 2025-09-14
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman is one of the athletes named to the council.
Eagles’ Saquon Barkley says he’s not part of Trump’s sports council: ‘Definitely a little shocked when my name was mentioned’United States· 2025-08-05
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman refused to say if the league would allow players found guilty to return to the game.
Morning Update: Preparing for today’s Hockey Canada verdictCanada· 2025-07-27
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has been unsparing in his denunciation of the alleged behaviour.
NHL says players ineligible to join league while judge’s verdict is reviewedCanada· 2025-07-25
Gary Bettman, the NHL commissioner, denounced the alleged behaviour as disgusting and unacceptable.
Hockey Canada, NHL could clear or sanction players after sexual-assault verdictCanada· 2025-07-24
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman stated that participation in the Olympics will allow NHL players to showcase their skills and talent on an international stage.
Apstiprināta NHL hokejistu līdzdalība nākamā gada olimpiskajās spēlēs / Diena
Latvia· 2025-07-03
Gary Bettman is the NHL commissioner who announced a tentative collective bargaining agreement.
NHL deal secures 84-game season
Taiwan· 2025-06-29
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman gives Florida Panthers' Sam Bennett the Conn Smythe trophy.
Plucking Panthers free agents is a Leafs fan’s pipe dreamCanada· 2025-06-21
Gary Bettman is the commissioner of the NHL who presented the trophy to Aleksander Barkov.
Panterji znova na prestolu NHL
Slovenia· 2025-06-18
Gary Bettman is the NHL commissioner who has been criticized for his handling of tax issues affecting hockey teams.
Despite NHL commissioner Gary Bettman’s denials, differing taxes are a growing problem for hockeyCanada· 2025-06-11
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman discusses the upcoming playoffs and the future success of professional hockey on ‘Special Report.’
Florida Panthers win 6-1 as major brawl erupts in Stanley Cup Final Game 3United States· 2025-06-10
Gary Bettman, the NHL commissioner, commented on the ongoing trial of Hockey Canada players charged with sexual assault.
Gary Bettman won’t say if Hockey Canada players on trial for sexual assault could return to NHL if acquittedCanada· 2025-06-05NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and sportswriter Tim Cowlishaw attend the 2014 Stadium Series.
Journalist Tim Cowlishaw takes shot at ESPN in final airing of "Around the Horn"United States· 2025-05-25
Gary Bettman, commissioner of the NHL, praised Winnipeg's culture around the Jets.
Stanley Cup fever in Winnipeg has Jets fans fired up for whiteoutCanada· 2025-05-09
Gary Bettman is the NHL Commissioner who discussed various aspects of the league and its relationship with fans and media.
The Rogers deal, expansion, Wayne Gretzky and more: A preplayoff Q&A with NHL commissioner Gary BettmanCanada· 2025-04-18
Gary Bettman reiterated the NHL's position that there is no proven association between hockey injuries and CTE.
Former hockey player Chris Simon posthumously diagnosed with CTE; NHL says no proven link between the twoCanada· 2025-04-15
Gary Bettman is the commissioner of the NHL.
Eitt frægasta metið er fallið
Iceland· 2025-04-07
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman praised Ovechkin and presented him with a painting commemorating his record.
Как Овечкин побил рекорд Гретцки. Фоторепортаж — РБК
Russia· 2025-04-07
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman praised Ovechkin's achievement and presented him with a painting commemorating the record.
Как Овечкин побил рекорд Гретцки. Фоторепортаж — РБКRussia· 2025-04-06