Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Receive Resounding Boos from Tomas Hertl and Crowd at Rogers Arena - Unlikely to Return

Prince Harry made an unexpected appearance at an NHL ice hockey game last night, adding another layer to his growing Royal status in America. Experts noted that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex showed genuine excitement as they watched the Vancouver Canucks triumph over the San Jose Sharks with a score of 3 to 1. They occupied a VIP box at the Rogers Arena in Canada, and just before the game kicked off, Harry had the privilege of dropping the ceremonial puck for NHL stars Thomas Hertl from the Sharks and Quinn Hughes from the Canucks.

This gesture echoed a similar one made by his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, during a 2002 match between the same teams while on a golden jubilee tour of Canada. NHL star Thomas Hertl later shared his experience of meeting Prince Harry, mentioning that he had to encourage Harry to drop the puck because he was holding onto it with a smile. Hertl jokingly recounted the moment and said he would remember it for sure. Prince Harry seemed to be thoroughly enjoying the spotlight, relishing the attention of the cameras as he interacted with the NHL players. Rick Tett, the head coach of the Canucks, even mentioned giving Harry a fist bump, although it wasn't entirely clear if that was protocol.

A body language expert noted that Prince Harry's playful puck drop signaled a return to a more relaxed and jovial demeanor. His mischievous grin and his version of a royal wave suggested his comfort in this public setting. Harry's appearance at the ice hockey game appears to be a deliberate move to reinforce his enduring Royal status in the United States. He appears eager to engage in rituals and public appearances, reminiscent of his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Meanwhile, there's growing anticipation within the royal family regarding Prince Harry's final position, which is expected to be determined in the upcoming days. King Charles, Prince William, and the rest of the family are bracing themselves for potential controversy surrounding the release of Royal author Omid Scobie's latest book, "Endgame," scheduled to hit shelves on November 28th. This book is anticipated to have a significant impact on Prince Harry's standing within the family.

In one of the book's excerpts, Scobie delves into the interactions between Harry and William during Queen Elizabeth II's final hours. An insider allegedly revealed that Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, refused to take calls from his brother as Harry rushed to Balmoral to bid farewell to the Queen. The revelation about the phone call was met with disappointment and seen as a breach of trust that may be irreparable. Even before the book's publication, relations between the two brothers appear strained, potentially hindering any reconciliation efforts with the King.