Breaking Barriers: NHL Trainer Comes Out as Gay Making League History
A Landmark Moment in the NHL For Pride
Justin Rogers, the assistant athletic trainer for the Seattle Kraken, recently shared a significant personal announcement with ESPN.com's NHL reporter, Ryan S. Clark. Rogers revealed that he identifies as gay, making him the first openly gay staff member on an NHL team's bench. Despite this milestone, he continues in his role with the Kraken, aiming to promote acceptance and inclusivity.
Believed to be the first open LGBTQ+ staff member on an NHL bench, #SeaKraken assistant athletic trainer Justin Rogers has found acceptance and support with a team that knows his sexuality.
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Kraken General Manager Ron Francis expressed his support, saying,
"I think it was more at that point; he felt that it was kind of time to tell his story. I said, 'Let's figure out how to help you do that.'"
Rogers' story is expected to inspire others to be open about their identities within professional hockey, fostering a more inclusive atmosphere in the league.
His openness sets a positive example, not only in the NHL but in the broader world of professional sports and society at large.
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