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Don Cherry issues a message to fans five years after his firing

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Alexander Cole
November 10, 2024  (4:47 PM)
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Don Cherry is one of the most polarizing people in the history of hockey media and that was especially true as a member of Coach's corner.

Five years ago, Cherry was fired after some comments he made about people who do not wear Poppy's for Remembrance Day.

His comments were very much pointed towards immigrants. The way in which he made his comments was construed as racist, which led to his release from CBC and Sportsnet.

Recently, the Toronto Sun met up with Cherry as this weekend marks the fifth anniversary of his firing. It was here where they asked him about Poppy's and what his thoughts are on the state of the world.

Don Cherry speaks out

"I don't see any change," said Cherry with sadness in his voice. "You go downtown you don't see any poppies."

Overall, it seems like Cherry is definitely regretful of how things ended. He wants to have a good time with his old friends. Having said that, he seems to have come to accept it all.

"I have regrets when I see the guys on television and I think of the fun I could have had," said Cherry. "I could have gone on for another couple of years, but it was time to go."

Cherry has his own podcast, but you won't be seeing him on TV anytime soon. That ship has most definitely sailed. However, Cherry will always be influential when it comes to the world of hockey television.

Are you a Don Cherry fan who wishes he was still doing Coach's Corner?

Let us know in the poll down below.

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