Hockey Canada Players Charged with Sexual Assault Opt for Jury Trial

The charges stem from an alleged incident in 2018, with the NHL awaiting judicial proceedings before taking further action.

Five former members of Hockey Canada's 2018 World Junior championship team, including current and former NHL players, have been charged with sexual assault stemming from a 2018 incident.
The players have elected to have a trial by jury, expressing confidence in a fair and impartial decision from jurors.
The alleged assault occurred following a Hockey Canada gala in London, Ontario, where the team was celebrated for its gold medal win.
The NHL has conducted its own investigation and decided to wait for the judicial proceedings to conclude before taking further action.
The players involved are on leave from their respective teams and will be free agents after this season.