A question asked by Renaud Lavoie discourages Gary Bettman and he doesn't even answer it

As part of Gary Bettman and Bill Daly's (NHL) high-profile media availability, which was last night just before the start of the Stanley Cup Final Series, there were a few standout moments.

Most notably, this one:


Also, on a lighter note, another moment caught our attention.


During the traditional question period with the journalists, the informer Renaud Lavoie (TVA Sports) took the opportunity to ask Commissioner Bettman about an issue that is close to his heart: the return of journalists in the players' locker room.

Basically, the return of this:


See here's a transcript of the exchange.

Renaud Lavoie :


Gary Bettman's response:


Bill Daly continues:


So we got the answer, and please note that it will indeed be back, but Gary Bettman's reaction and response to Renaud Lavoie, it was peculiar, unnecessary and rude.

He could have simply answered him and he did not have to look so discouraged by the question, according to many.

The NHL website won't allow us to save the video clip for you, but you can watch the exchange in question, by clicking here and going to 17 minutes and 50 seconds.

Video link: NHL.com