Kid Rock’s NHL All-Star Game show undercuts hockey’s message of inclusiveness

Why the league’s decision makes me doubt its sincerity.

Last February, the NHL introduced “Hockey Is For Everyone” month, a new initiative involving the league, its clubs, and the players association. The idea was simple: “Our clubs, our players and our fans are committed to welcoming everyone to hockey. While the NHL family strives for diversity and inclusiveness all year long, February is Hockey Is For Everyone month,” commissioner Gary Bettman said at the time.

Now, just days...