Akim Aliu has previously played for AIK and Karlskrona, now the Canadian is facing charges of gross racism against his former coach Bill Peters. During his time in the American farmer league, Peters has used the "n-word" against Aliu on a number of occasions. Hopes must have happened in the dressing room when Peters did not appreciate the music played by Aliu, writes Hockeysverige.se
Yesterday, the NHL announced that it will launch an investigation into Peters, who is currently head coach in Calgary. In a statement, the NHL says: "The behavior he is accused of is disgusting and unacceptable." The NHL also says that no further statements will be made about the incident until an investigation has been conducted.
In the surge of accusations, more players have commented on Bill Peter's methods. Michal Jordán states that during their time in the Carolina Hurricanes, Peters used gross physical force.
"I never wish anything bad for the person but you get what you deserve Bill .... He kicked me and hit other players in the head during the match and then pretended nothing had happened. I couldn't believe my eyes that such things could happen in the best league in the world, ”Czech media writes.