Galchenyuk Pens Letters to Police and Fans, Enters Player Assistance Program

Alex Galchenyuk is apologizing to everyone for his actions on July 9th, including the police officers at the scene that he allegedly threatened with violence. Galchenyuk has sent a letter to police in Scottsdale saying his actions were 'deeply offensive' and 'uncalled for.'

Letter to Police

Letter to Coyotes and Fans

As mentioned in the letter to the Coyotes, Galchenyuk has entered the NHL's Player Assistance program. It is designed for, among other things, helping players battle alcohol and drug addictions.

Police were called to the scene of a crash on July 9th in Scottsdale where a car had hit a sign. It is alleged that Galchenyuk threatened an officer, saying he could make "One phone call and you're all dead, your whole family, your blood line is dead." It is also alleged that he used a racial slur against an officer multiple times. He was let go from his contract for next season with Arizona just days after.