San Jose Sharks left wing Evander Kane skates during the third period against the Los Angeles Kings.Mark J. Terrill/The Associated Press
San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane is being investigated on allegations that he used a fake COVID-19 vaccination card.
A person familiar with the investigation says the league is looking into whether Kane submitted a fake card. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because details of the investigation have not been announced by the NHL.
The latest investigation was first reported by Front Office Sports.
Using a fake vaccination card is illegal in both the United States and Canada, as well as against NHL rules.
This probe is just the latest into Kane, who was cleared last month of allegations made by his estranged wife that he bet on NHL games, including some wagers placed against the Sharks.
The league said it found no evidence Kane bet on NHL games but said it was looking into other allegations. Kane was also accused by Anna Kane of physical and sexual abuse. He has denied those charges through his attorney.
Kane and the Sharks have agreed that he will stay away from the team during these investigations.
Kane, 30, is three seasons into a US$49-million, seven-year contract. He’s with his third organization after being drafted by and debuting with Atlanta/Winnipeg and a stint in Buffalo.
Price likely to miss start of NHL season as he recovers from illness, surgery
Montreal coach Dominique Ducharme says he does not expect Carey Price to practice before the start of the regular season, making it unlikely the superstar goaltender will be ready for the Canadiens’ season opener.
Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Ducharme said Price is “not doing well right now” as he recovers from a non-COVID illness.
Price is also recovering from off-season surgery to repair a torn meniscus.
Ducharme said the Canadiens will ease the 34-year-old Price back into action once he recovers.
The Canadiens coach also says defenceman Joel Edmundson will be out two to three weeks. Edmundson has been out with an undisclosed injury since camp opened.
Montreal opens its 2021-22 season Oct. 13 at Toronto.