Agent Allan Walsh blasts George Parros, and it's clear that things have escalated too far
NHL fans have long had issues with George Parros, and after recent comments from the head of the Department of Player Safety, he's been called out by a top agent.
Over the past few seasons, the NHL's Department of Player Safety has taken some immense criticism, and whether it's warranted or not, many feel as though it's long been time for change within that department, especially with their head, George Parros.
Recently, they've been under fire for their decision making, and after some criticism from Connor McDavid, Parros fired back with comments defending the department and the processes that they've put into place.
We sweat over these decisions and pour over these decisions every night, all season long. We have a process in place that's consistent, and we have a team that works for me, and together with me, that evaluates all these plays. A very experienced team, a veteran team. Guys that have been there since the beginning of the department. Not to mention all the former players that have a large set of experiences playing NHL games, accolades. Some of the best guys that have played the game work for this department help make decisions. So, our process, I feel very confident in. We've got great guys who make these decisions, and I think the players should be confident in this team to do so. - George Parros
Agent Allan Walsh calls for change from the NHL
Unsurprisingly, these comments were not received well by anyone, and now, famed NHL player agent Allan Walsh has once again taken to social media to blast Parros and the comments that he made.
Tone deaf, defensive, arrogant and unwilling to thoughtfully consider any criticisms levied against him from Clubs, Agents and Players. Parros thinks he and his slick group of video producers are doing a great job for the game! A train wreck of comments. I rest my case.
For a long time, there's been calls for the DoPS to overhaul the way things have been done and potentially bring in a new voice or two, but as of right now, they've been unwilling to change, and it may be the downfall of Parros and others involved.
As of right now however, Gary Bettman has seen little reason to pursue a change, but with clear biases, inconsistent decision making and the arrogance that what they are doing is right, this latest call from Walsh will be just one of many calling for the change that the DoPS desperately needs.
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