Travis Dermott Becomes the First NHL Player to Use Pride Tape After League Ban Introduction In a trailblazing move, Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott became the first NHL player to use Pride Tape in a game, despite the league’s recent ban on its use. The rainbow-colored tape was spotted on the handle of Dermott’s stick […]
NHL‘s Pride Tape Ban Defied by Coyotes Defenseman Travis Dermott Background In a show of support for the LGBTQ+ community, Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott recently defied the NHL‘s ban on theme-night gear by playing with rainbow Pride Tape on his stick. The ban, which includes Pride Tape, was implemented after a few players opted […]