US EditionDays After Milan Lucic Signing, Fife Flyers' "Gold Sponsor" Cuts Off Finances to EIHL Team
Lucic’s signing led to sponsor Skyhook Helicopters ending support and two officials resigning amid concerns over his past legal issues, highlighting reputational risks in the club.
- On Thursday, the Fife Flyers announced the signing of Milan Lucic, former NHL forward, pending completion of paperwork, the Elite Ice Hockey League club said.
- Milan Lucic, the 37-year-old former NHL forward, played 1,177 NHL games, won the 2011 Stanley Cup, last played in 2023, and was reinstated earlier this year after completing the Player Assistance Program.
- Skyhook Helicopters announced it would sever ties, two officials including Gareth Chalmers resigned citing conflicts with North American owners, and Scottish Women’s Aid criticised the signing amid social media reaction.
- With Lucic in the dressing-room ahead of Saturday, the Flyers posted pictures with Garet Hunt and plan his debut against Glasgow Clan, also facing Clan Friday at Braehead Arena with David Booth’s arrival.
- As the oldest UK club, the Fife Flyers, founded 1938, face reputational risks after social media reaction split over Milan Lucic, recalling the Glasgow Clan 2022 implosion over a controversial signing.
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It's official, Milan Lucic joins the UK's top professional league
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