Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff releases statement after avoiding punishment in Blackhawks investigation

Right or wrong, Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff is likely breathing a huge sigh of relief after meeting with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman over the independent investigation into the Chicago Blackhawks sexual assault scandal. The league announced that Cheveldayoff, who was assistant GM with the Blackhawks at the time, would not face any punishment from the league. Cheveldayoff has now released a statement on the issue.

"First and most importantly, I want to express my support of and empathy for Kyle Beach, and all he has had to endure since 2010. He was incredibly brave coming forward to tell his story. We can all use his courage as an inspiration to do a better job of making hockey a safer space for anyone who wants to play the game," said Cheveldayoff.

"Further, I want to express my gratitude to the National Hockey League for the opportunity to meet with Commissioner Gary Bettman, in person, and directly share my role in and recollection of events while I was assistant GM of the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010."

It's difficult to understand why Joel Quenneville is no longer the coach of the Florida Panthers due to his role in the situation, but Cheveldayoff escaped punishment. In the meantime, this is something that's likely to follow Cheveldayoff for quite some time, if not the rest of his professional career and life.

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