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NHL Informs John Doe 2's Family That League Won't Cover Counseling, Therapy Costs

The NHL informed "John Doe 2," the pseudonym given to a high school hockey player who was sexually assaulted by former Chicago Blackhawks assistant coach Brad Aldrich, that the league will not cover his counseling and therapy costs.

Doe's lawyer said the NHL believes those expenses are the Blackhawks' responsibility.

The mother of John Doe 2 recounted the severe behavioral issues and mental health trauma her son suffered after being assaulted by Aldrich in 2013. The mother said her son's behavior changed almost immediately and he began using drugs.

“‘Do you want to know why Mom?