NHL fans were stunned on Thursday by the announcement from Rogers Sportsnet that host Jeff Marek no longer works for the company. This news has sparked widespread speculation among fans trying to understand what happened, given the limited details available.
Marek hasn't tweeted since the first day of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft and hasn't appeared on his radio show or hosted the 32 Thoughts podcast, even as NHL free agency kicked off with numerous signings. He has remained silent.
A spokesperson for Rogers Sportsnet stated they do not share details about individual employee matters. However, this hasn't stopped fans from speculating about what might have happened, with some hoping Marek has moved to another broadcaster, like TSN, so they can continue to enjoy his work.
His co-host and insider, Elliotte Friedman, mentioned the day after the draft that Marek had left on a red-eye flight. They had planned a podcast after July 1 to review free agency, but that show was canceled.
No one close to Marek is commenting, and several sources have declined to provide details. Fans are sharing their speculations, with many suggesting we should wait for the full story before assigning blame for Marek's departure from Sportsnet.
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