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Gary Bruce Bettman (born June 2, 1952) is an American sports executive who serves as the commissioner of the National Hockey League (NHL), a post he has held since February 1, 1993. Previously, Bettman was a senior vice president and general counsel to the National Basketball Association (NBA).
1 Feb 2023 · From expansion to TV deals to outdoor games and more, here are the moments that define Bettman's three-decade tenure.
1 Feb 2023 · Today marks the 30th anniversary of Gary Bettman becoming the NHL’s first commissioner. It’s a big milestone, one that puts Bettman ahead of legendary president Frank Calder’s 26 years and ...
27 Jan 2024 · Gary Bettman became the longest-serving chief executive among major North American pro sports leagues in 2024. He oversaw the growth of the NHL across America, the Canadian Assistance Plan, the salary cap and the expansion of the game to new markets.
How the NHL Board of Governors elected Gary Bettman as the first commissioner of the League in 1992 and how he transformed it into a major sports league. Read the story behind the scenes, the challenges and the achievements of his tenure.
1 Feb 2023 · Debbie Jordan, Gary Bettman's longtime assistant at the NBA and NHL, says the Commissioner makes himself available to owners and partners, 'no matter what. He's unbelievable like that.'
3 Apr 2023 · Sportsnet’s Christine Simpson sits down with Gary Bettman to reflect on his 30 years as NHL commissioner and the evolution of the league during that time.
