Corey Perry said Thursday he has begun working with mental health and substance abuse experts to discuss his struggles with alcohol after Chicago terminated his contract for engaging in “conduct that is unacceptable” and against team policies.
Perry emailed a statement to The Associated Press and other outlets apologizing for behaviour he called “inappropriate and wrong.” Perry’s longtime agent, Pat Morris, confirmed by text message that his client sent the statement.
The 38-year-old NHL veteran said he hopes to regain the trust of those who believed in him throughout his career.
“I would like to sincerely apologize to the entire Chicago organization, including ownership, management,
