{"id":539012,"date":"2026-04-03T19:37:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T19:37:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/539012\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T19:37:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T19:37:34","slug":"nhl-investigates-after-fans-nazi-salute-at-leafs-stars-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/539012\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL investigates after fans&#8217; Nazi salute at Leafs-Stars game"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Breadcrumb Trail Links<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"breadcrumbs__item-link\" data-tb-category-link=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/category\/sports\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sports<\/a><a class=\"breadcrumbs__item-link\" data-tb-category-link=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/category\/sports\/hockey\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hockey<\/a><a class=\"breadcrumbs__item-link\" data-tb-category-link=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/category\/sports\/hockey\/nhl\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHL<\/a><a class=\"breadcrumbs__item-link\" data-tb-category-link=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/category\/sports\/hockey\/nhl\/toronto-maple-leafs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Toronto Maple Leafs<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"article-subtitle\">Fans at a game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Stars in Dallas appeared to perform a Nazi salute during a game in December<\/p>\n<p>Published Apr 03, 2026 \u00a0\u2022\u00a0 Last updated 51\u00a0minutes ago \u00a0\u2022\u00a0 2 minute read<\/p>\n<p><a aria-label=\"Join the conversation\" class=\"article-meta-comment-count\" data-story-comment-component=\"\" href=\"#comments-area\">   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can save this article by registering for free <a class=\"bookmark-link\" data-evt-skip-click=\"true\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/register\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>. Or <a class=\"bookmark-link\" data-evt-skip-click=\"true\" href=\"http:\/\/torontosun.com\/sign-in\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">sign-in<\/a> if you have an account.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Fans at an NHL game between the Dallas Stars and Toronto Maple Leafs perform a Nazi salute.\" class=\"featured-image__image type:primaryImage\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/0404-dallas-stars-nazi-salute.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" height=\"750\" width=\"1000\"\/>Fans at an NHL game between the Dallas Stars and Toronto Maple Leafs perform a Nazi salute. TwitterArticle content<\/p>\n<p>The NHL is investigating after video showing several fans seemingly making a Nazi salute during a game between the Maple Leafs and Stars in Dallas surfaced on social media this week.<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement 2<\/p>\n<p>This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Toronto Sun\" class=\"market-logo\" height=\"37\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/dcs-static.gprod.postmedia.digital\/20.9.1\/websites\/images\/identity\/logo-identity-tsun.svg\" width=\"280\"\/><\/p>\n<p>THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY<\/p>\n<p class=\"identity-intro__description\">Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.<\/p>\n<p>Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.<\/p>\n<p>SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES<\/p>\n<p class=\"identity-intro__description\">Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.<\/p>\n<p>Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.<\/p>\n<p>REGISTER \/ SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES<\/p>\n<p class=\"identity-intro__description\">Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.<\/p>\n<p>Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.<\/p>\n<p>THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.<\/p>\n<p class=\"identity-intro__description\">Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.<\/p>\n<p>Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authors<\/p>\n<p>Article content<\/p>\n<p>The league, the Stars and the American Airlines Center in Dallas reportedly are looking into the incident, which occurred during a game between Dallas and Toronto on Dec. 21, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>Article content<\/p>\n<p>Article content<\/p>\n<p>While the game took place several months ago, the clip was only posted recently and quickly went viral on social media.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Loading...\" height=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/dcs-static.gprod.postmedia.digital\/20.9.1\/websites\/images\/common\/icon-spinner-animated.svg\" width=\"64\"\/><\/p>\n<p>We apologize, but this video has failed to load.<\/p>\n<p>Play Video<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAmerican Airlines Arena (AAC) has zero tolerance for any acts of hate and\/or discrimination, and we aim to ensure an environment for our guests that is free from disruptive behaviors, including foul\/abusive language and obscene gestures,\u201d the venue said in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nhl\/story\/_\/id\/48379324\/dallas-arena-looking-apparent-nazi-salute-stars-fans\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">statement on Wednesday, per ESPN<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs such, we strongly denounce the actions that appear to be depicted in the video footage and are conducting an internal investigation. All fans and attendees are expected to adhere to AAC and, as applicable, NBA or NHL Codes of Conduct when attending events.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>What happens in the video?<\/p>\n<p>In the clip, which has been viewed more than four million times on X, at least four men are seen repeatedly extending their arms in a manner similar to the salute used by the Nazis. Two of the fans are wearing Stars jerseys.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING: Language<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement 3<\/p>\n<p>This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.<\/p>\n<p>Article content<\/p>\n<p>The incident took place in section 324, in the upper seating area of the arena.<\/p>\n<p data-async=\"\"><a data-evt-val=\"{\" control_fields=\"\" link=\"\" post=\"\" on=\"\" reddit=\"\" data-evt=\"click\" data-evt-typ=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/DallasStars\/comments\/1s8qoa6\/who_are_these_boys_tw_nazi_salute\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">A post on Reddit<\/a> asking for help identifying the fans in question was locked and the clip deleted from the site.<\/p>\n<p>A spokesperson for the Stars told ESPN on Thursday that the team is \u201cfully aligned with the arena\u2019s statement and working with them to find out exactly what happened.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Read More<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/torontosun.com\/sports\/hockey\/nhl\/toronto-maple-leafs\/high-sticks-hollywood-hijinx-joe-bowen-california\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Los Angeles Kings' goaltender Kelly Hrudey celebrates winning the final game of the Campbell Conference playoffs in front of a dejected Toronto Maple Leafs' Doug Gilmour.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/0404-doug-gilmour-leafs-kings.jpg\"  class=\"lazyload\" height=\"96\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"96\"\/> <\/p>\n<p>High sticks and Hollywood hijinx top Joe Bowen&#8217;s collection of California tales<\/p>\n<p> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/torontosun.com\/sports\/hockey\/nhl\/toronto-maple-leafs\/loss-san-jose-sharks\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Macklin Celebrini #71 of the San Jose Sharks and William Nylander #88 of the Toronto Maple Leafs go for the puck during the second period at SAP Center on April 02, 2026 in San Jose, California.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775245054_351_2269595728_302406035-e1775214745410.jpg\"  class=\"lazyload\" height=\"96\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"96\"\/> <\/p>\n<p>Maple Leafs officially out of playoffs after loss to Sharks<\/p>\n<p> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>The AAC added that any person attending an event at the venue who violates a code of conduct may be subject to \u201cthe extent their conduct constitutes a violation of applicable law, prosecution.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>What is the NHL\u2019s code of conduct?<\/p>\n<p data-async=\"\"><a data-evt-val=\"{\" control_fields=\"\" link=\"\" to=\"\" the=\"\" nhl=\"\" fan=\"\" code=\"\" of=\"\" conduct=\"\" data-evt=\"click\" data-evt-typ=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhl.com\/fans\/fan-code-of-conduct\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">According to the NHL fan code of conduct<\/a>, it is expected that fans \u201cfully support the values of respect, inclusion and safety at all times through their words, actions, and interactions with other fans, arena staff, Club and event personnel, Players, Coaches and Officials while attending all NHL games and events.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The league\u2019s punishment for violations could include a potential lifetime from NHL events.<\/p>\n<p>Article content<\/p>\n<p>Share this article in your social network<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Breadcrumb Trail Links SportsHockeyNHLToronto Maple Leafs Fans at a game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Stars 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