FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 9, 2016

NHL STATEMENT REGARDING BLACKHAWKS FORWARD PATRICK KANE NEW YORK (March 9, 2016) -- The National Hockey League announced today that it has completed its independent review of the Patrick Kane matter, the final stage of which included an in-person meeting between Kane and Commissioner Gary Bettman in New York on Monday, March 7. Based on its review, including the determination made by the Erie County District Attorney not to pursue charges, the NHL has concluded that the allegations made against Kane were unfounded. The League considers the matter closed and will have no further comment.

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