Toronto Maple Leafs engaged in major controversy with animal rights group PETA

A war has started between MLSE CEO Keith Pelley and PETA president Ingrid Newkirk, over something as simple as a glass of milk, or so one would think.

The Leafs began their partnership with Milk during the 2022-23 NHL season. Their goal was to raise awareness and boost sales for the Dairy Farmers of Ontario.

Newkirk claims that by the Leafs wearing this MIlk patch on their jerseys, they are supporting climate change that she states is being caused by the production of dairy milk.

Newkirk also believes that by the Leafs wearing this Milk patch on their jerseys, they are advocating for colon and prostate cancers, heart disease and chronic inflammation, as she believes these are caused by cow's milk, not to mention the gruesome effects of lactose intolerance.

There was some good news, however, as Newkirk did relate with all of the suffering that Leafs fans have gone through over the last several decades.

The Maple Leafs have not provided any comments on this matter as of yet.

Credit Daily Hive:
PETA targets the Leafs over "Milk" jersey sponsorship