Andrew Shaw

Blackhawks' Andrew Shaw apologizes for homophobic slur

Published Apr. 20, 2016 1:42 p.m. ET

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The Blackhawks and Andrew Shaw have released statements about the Chicago forward's meltdown at the end of Game 4 Tuesday night, which ended with him flipping off the refs and hurling a homophobic slur from the penalty box, which was caught on video.

Here's the statement from Shaw, which was released by the team:

The team released its own statement as well:

Meanwhile both await word from the NHL on possible punishment. The NHL revealed today it was investigating the incident.

The Blackhawks trail the St. Louis Blues 3-1 in their series after a 4-3 loss in Game 4.

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