Hockey Night in Canada host Ron MacLean has apologized for a comment he made during a national hockey broadcast Tuesday which set off accusations of homophobia on social media. In a statement released by Sportsnet, which produces HNIC, MacLean said he was "deeply sorry" for the remark, which he says was misunderstood. WATCH | MacLean under fire:Ron MacLean criticized for on-air comment Tuesday Sports 1:23 Hockey Night in Canada host Ron MacLean is being accused of making a homophobic remark during the Toronto-Montreal broadcast on Tuesday night. He provided some extra context to the comment and what was behind the comment. I sincerely apologize and I wanted to thank you [the audience] for calling me and Don out on that last night," MacLean said.

Source: CBC News May 26, 2021 17:15 UTC