The NHL has issued a statement concerning "themed celebrations" during the upcoming season, including "pride" nights.

Yet another NHL team has opted out of wearing its LGBT "Pride" jerseys -- and it may indirectly be because of Russian President Putin.

An NHL goalie has said that his faith comes first and has refused to wear a pro-LGBT jersey on his team's so-called "pride" night.

"Shame to the state and to the people. Once against hate wins. Which ever player it was should be ashamed of themselves."