Blackhawks Corey Perry unacceptable conduct terminate contract

Blackhawks moving to terminate Corey Perry's contract after "unacceptable conduct," but the team has not revealed what he did.

The Chicago Blackhawks have taken a drastic step in response to Corey Perry's unacceptable conduct, moving to terminate his contract after an internal investigation revealed violations of both his NHL Standard Player Contract and the club's policies. This decision follows Perry being mysteriously scratched and sent home last week without explanation.

General manager Kyle Davidson has indicated that the team's decision to remove Perry from the lineup was a collective one, and it appears that the organization is committed to maintaining a professional and safe work environment. While the specifics of Perry's actions have not been disclosed, the team has placed him on unconditional waivers, with his contract set to be terminated pending clearance on Wednesday.

Perry's agent, Pat Morris, has not yet commented on the Blackhawks' intentions, but he previously stated that Perry had stepped away from the team to address personal matters. The 38-year-old winger signed a $2 million contract with Chicago for this season, with the potential for an additional $2 million in incentives.

Known for his leadership and experience, Perry was brought in by the Blackhawks to provide guidance to 18-year-old phenom Connor Bedard, the team's first overall pick. However, Perry's abrupt departure comes as a blow to the organization, especially in the wake of fellow forward Taylor Hall's season-ending injury.

Perry's departure marks the end of a brief 16-game stint with the Blackhawks, leaving the team without the veteran presence they had hoped for. While the specifics of the situation remain unclear, the decision to terminate Perry's contract underscores the Blackhawks' commitment to upholding the standards of professionalism and conduct within their organization.