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Evander Kane fires back at Patrick Marleau’s wife with private text messages
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Evander Kane has fired back at Christina Marleau after she allowed her criticism of the former San Jose Sharks forward to go public.
Christina Marleau, the wife of Kane's former Sharks teammate Patrick Marleau, made the comments in a post shared by former NHL player Kurtis Gabriel . She claimed her husband "has an incredibly strong disgust for that boy."
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She also alleged that Patrick Marleau would not allow their sons inside the Sharks locker room when Kane was present.
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Kane responded by challenging the claim about Patrick Marleau's feelings. He shared a private text exchange involving Patrick and referenced a school project involving their son.
"'Strong disgust'? That's an interesting way to describe someone who had no problem reaching out to me," Kane wrote on X .
Kane said Patrick Marleau contacted him when he "needed help with your son's school project." He added that he "graciously obliged" and received a thank-you message afterward.
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Kane used the exchange to question whether Christina Marleau's description accurately reflected his relationship with his teammate.
"So either his 'strong disgust' disappears when I'm useful to him, or the story you're telling doesn't quite match reality," Kane wrote.
The message shared by Kane showed Patrick expressing appreciation for the help. "Thank you so much for doing that!!!!" Patrick wrote.
"You have no idea how happy you made my son and his project partner," the message continued. "I'm so greatful [sic] for you to take the time."
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Evander Kane 's rift with Kurtis Gabriel
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Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Evander Kane (91) during a stop in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
The response follows recent public criticisms of Kane from people connected to his NHL career. Gabriel previously accused Kane of poor conduct during their time together with San Jose.
" Every meeting, Evander Kane shows up late ," Gabriel said. He also claimed Kane arrived in "flip flops" and a track suit while teammates wore suits.
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Gabriel later described Kane as displaying "pure narcissism" and questioned his conduct as a teammate.
Kane has rejected the criticism and previously promised to release what he called "facts, receipts, and the actual truth." He also warned that "plenty of names" could eventually emerge.
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The latest post adds Marleau's family to the growing public dispute. Kane's decision to publish the private exchange provides his response to one specific allegation.
Kane remains an unrestricted free agent after recording 13 goals and 31 points for the Vancouver Canucks last season. His public dispute with former NHL connections continues while he remains without a contract.
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