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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Stephen Whyno

'Heated Rivalry' has brought a lot of buzz to hockey. Is the NHL ready for an openly gay player?

Heated Rivalry Reality Check - (THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Luke Prokop came out as gay to his mother, and while Nicole Prokop embraced her son's decision she had a very specific concern.

“She was worried about my hockey career and how it might impact it,” Prokop recalled.

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