The Toronto Maple Leafs hosted a Pride Night during their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, but what garnered the most attention was their decision not to wear Pride jerseys during warmups. Instead, they let their actions speak for themselves. In an unprecedented move, the Maple Leafs held the NHL's first-ever drag show during intermission in the arena's hallway, as shown in this Instagram post:
This decision exemplifies the team's strong support for the LGBTQ+ community and their determination to surpass typical forms of allyship. The Maple Leafs' innovative approach to creating a more inclusive environment in hockey is commendable, but a lot of people are not too happy.