P.K. Subban divides NHL Twitter after body shaming comments on Lizzo

Former NHL defenseman and current ESPN hockey analyst P.K. Subban is facing backlash from fans after making a cruel joke during the network’s breakdown of Toronto’s lackluster loss to Florida in Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.The 2013 Norris Trophy winner made a crude joke in reference to plus-size Grammy-winning singer Lizzo, which resulted in immediate demands for an apology from the former NHL defenseman.Co-host John Buccigross said that the Maple Leafs should &quot;pack a lunch,&quot; a suggestion as to how they should prepare for Game 2. Subban responded with “Maybe they need to pack a Lizzo-sized lunch.&quot;So far, neither the former NHL All-Star nor ESPN has commented on the remark.Many NHL fans didn't appreciate Subban's comment, though, and they expressed their disapproval on social media. Negative tweets flooded the platform, with one fan saying:&quot;Damn Lizzo canceled her concert due to Covid or a cold, I blame P.K. Subban for dissing her.&quot;Kathleen@TheKatchloretteDamn Lizzo canceled her concert due to Covid or a cold, I blame PK Subban for dissing her 🫣Damn Lizzo canceled her concert due to Covid or a cold, I blame PK Subban for dissing her 🫣Another commented:&quot;PK Subban must have forgotten that his mom and sister are on the heavy side as well.&quot;Double Nickel Finest@NeneB50PK Subban must of forgot that his mom and sister are on the heavy side as well.PK Subban must of forgot that his mom and sister are on the heavy side as well.Buddy the Cake Boss@buddyeatscakeSo no one was gonna tell me PK Subban and Lindsey Vahn broke up??1So no one was gonna tell me PK Subban and Lindsey Vahn broke up??Fire Neal Brown@SoleBadBrother@DeedraDream @lizzo Pk subban found worth in occupying a white space (hockey) and marrying a very white woman. He is caribbean so the kewning is to be expected.1@DeedraDream @lizzo Pk subban found worth in occupying a white space (hockey) and marrying a very white woman. He is caribbean so the kewning is to be expected.June_Bee@dundagurl@breakfasttv Disappointed in pk subban. Agree 100% with Stef.@breakfasttv Disappointed in pk subban. Agree 100% with Stef.DaCaniac@CaniacDaBabyPK Subban randomly dissing Lizzo was NOT on my bingo card for tonight51241PK Subban randomly dissing Lizzo was NOT on my bingo card for tonight😭😭 https://t.co/Gvc8rq7HB6These comments highlight the insensitivity of Subban's remark. There were, however, some fans who came to Subban's defense. One fan tweeted:&quot;PK Subban said nothing wrong.&quot;Noah Deibler@SportsBoxNoahPK Subban said nothing wrong.PK Subban said nothing wrong.Another commented:&quot;I don’t think he deserves to be fired for that though and it’s not like I’m a PK Subban fan. Although, I still don’t get why Pepsi Center/Ball Arena booed him for years. That seemed in poor taste…&quot;Joey Suyeishi@avrilanche@morgannaanna @lizzobeeating I don’t think he deserves to fired for that though and it’s not like I’m a PK Subban fan. Although, I still don’t get why Pepsi Center/Ball Arena booed him for years. That seemed in poor taste…1@morgannaanna @lizzobeeating I don’t think he deserves to fired for that though and it’s not like I’m a PK Subban fan. Although, I still don’t get why Pepsi Center/Ball Arena booed him for years. That seemed in poor taste… https://t.co/PVMJ2I50EFJason #45 was The Goat!@ToscaLivesOn@globalnews @FentanylFong Love #pksubbanToo funny! 🤣 And he was 100% right in what he said!Also, I'm sick of that thing teaching young children it's ok to be grossly obese like she is!It's child abuse from a far, and that's all it is! 4@globalnews @FentanylFong Love #pksubbanToo funny! 🤣 😂And he was 100% right in what he said!Also, I'm sick of that thing teaching young children it's ok to be grossly obese like she is!It's child abuse from a far, and that's all it is! 🐷 🐋Sam@sbrammer97@LarrySchweikart NHL* but real hockey fans loved that quote. Hockey and it’s fanbase are pretty conservative. The guy who said that (PK Subban) also had a good quote against Pride night, and had donated $10mil to a children’s hospital in montreal (look up the video of him visiting the kids)@LarrySchweikart NHL* but real hockey fans loved that quote. Hockey and it’s fanbase are pretty conservative. The guy who said that (PK Subban) also had a good quote against Pride night, and had donated $10mil to a children’s hospital in montreal (look up the video of him visiting the kids)The reactions to Subban's remark have been mixed. While some people found his joke insensitive and unacceptable, others didn't think it was a big deal.P.K. Subban's controversial comments on pride jerseysThis isn't the first time Subban has faced criticism for his comments. He previously received criticism from fans on social media for his comments on pressuring players to become activists.Subban specifically mentioned that players should not feel obligated to wear rainbow jerseys or hats to show support for the LGBTQ+ community. This statement was made in response to some NHL teams facing backlash for not participating in Pride Night events.Subban argued that it was unfair to expect players to become activists and that they could still show support for the community in other ways.Despite all his remarks, Subban has actively promoted diversity and inclusivity in hockey, using his influence to encourage young individuals from all walks of life to pursue their passion without being hindered by their race or socio-economic background.

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