A recent report highlights a cultural shift among NHL players, who are increasingly opting for video games and cannabis edibles during their downtime instead of alcohol. Younger players, like Matthew Knies and Peyton Krebs, share insights on this trend, emphasizing the ease of virtual connectivity and a more health-conscious approach. Interviews reveal that while alcohol was once the bonding ritual, it is fading in favor of more mellow alternatives as players prioritize performance and wellbeing, indicating a significant transformation in NHL culture over the years.
Cannabis is not banned for NHL players, and it is legal in many places, enabling a shift in players' downtime activities towards weed edibles.
Alcohol-fueled partying during the season is on the decline, as players look to mellow out and take better care of their bodies.
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