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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NHL Teams Eye Players in Hockey Canada Case: Cal Foote a Possible Fit for Red Wings
Red Wings could pursue defenceman Cal Foote pending court judgement on criminal case. The Detroit Red Wings are in still in need of one more addition to their top six as well as depth on the blueline. There's not many options left available but there may be more options joining the board. In 2024, five players from Team Canada's 2018 World Junior hockey team—Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, and Alex Formenton—were charged with sexual assault related to an alleged incident in London, Ontario. The five players have all pled not guilty and a verdict will come out sometime within the afternoon or evening on Thursday. Insider reports have come out that NHL are mildly looking at adding the involved players only if they are proven to be innocent of all crimes. One of the most highly-talked about names is Hart, as he's a quality starting goaltender that is talented enough to take over a starting job with one mentioned contender being the Edmonton Oilers. One name out of the five that could be looked at in Detroit is Cal Foote. Could Carter Hart Be Added As Detroit's Backup Goalie? Insider reports indicate NHL teams are looking into former starting goaltender Carter Hart pending the results of a criminal case. He could be worth an extended look as other teams are reportedly looking at Foote as a depth option but this is all dependent on the result of the criminal case. From early reports and quotes coming out of the courtroom are that the players will be found not guilty but no verdict has been announced yet. The 6-foot-4 defenseman was once considered a top prospect, selected 14th overall in the 2017 NHL Draft, before his career was impacted by the criminal case. Still just 26 years old, Foote has shown he can contribute effectively, even if not through flashy point totals. He holds a career +24 rating in the NHL and made the most of his time with the Tampa Bay Lightning from 2020 to 2023, appearing in 117 games while averaging just over 13 minutes per night in a bottom-pairing role. Despite limited ice time, he made a noticeable impact, ranking third among Tampa defensemen (with at least 60 games played) in hits per 60 minutes (6.24) and fourth in blocked shots per 60 (4.08) during that span. He was eventually moved to Nashville and then signed with New Jersey ahead of the 2023-24 season before leaving the team to go through the legal system with the criminal case. He still put up solid numbers with the Devils with a points and a +3 rating through four games. He could be looked at as a lottery ticket option for the Red Wings similar to recent signing Jacob Benard-Docker as Foote is a rare right-shot defenceman and could be valuable on the team's third pairing. NHL Insider Says Red Wings Leading Race to Land Penguins' Rust Insider reports indicate the Red Wings being the top contender to land Penguins winger Bryan Rust.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Edmonton Oilers bold stand on Carter Hart sparks nationwide outrage among NHL fans
Carter Hart may not be getting a chance with the Edmonton Oilers. insider Frank Seravalli said on July 28, 2025, that the team is not interested in signing the goalie. Hart and four other players were part of the Hockey Canada Five case. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Although they were found not guilty in court, the NHL has said the five players cannot play for now. Seravalli called Hart a 'non‑starter' for the Oilers and said the league will review the case before making a final decision. Carter Hart and Hockey Canada Five NHL ban updates Justice Maria Sarroccia ruled last week in Ontario's King's Court that Carter Hart and four teammates were not guilty in the Hockey Canada Five case. The players had faced sexual assault charges from a 2018 incident in London, Ontario. The judge said the complainant, known as E.M., gave consent and that parts of her story were not credible. Despite the verdict, the NHL told teams the players remain ineligible to sign until the commissioner's office finishes its review. Frank Seravalli discussed this on TSN in Toronto on July 28. On the same day, Bob Stauffer, who hosts the Oilers Now show in Edmonton, asked fans and guests if the Oilers should sign any of the cleared players. Stauffer has raised this question several times since the ruling. Brian Lawton on Stan Bowman and Edmonton Oilers second chances On July 29, Stauffer invited former NHL agent and GM Brian Lawton to the show. Lawton said, 'Canada feels divided over this. Half think the players did something horrible, half think they were cleared and should move on with their lives.' He added that the players may find it easier to sign with a U.S. team where hockey is less in the public eye. Also Read: The Oilers have a history of second chances. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Last summer, Edmonton hired Stan Bowman as GM even though he had served a three‑year NHL suspension for mishandling a sexual assault case in Chicago in 2010. The team also signed players like Craig MacTavish, Zack Kassian, Evander Kane and Corey Perry when they faced serious problems. Many of those players rebuilt their careers and image in Edmonton. Now, with Carter Hart and the other four players, fans are wondering if the Oilers are changing their approach. NHL sources say the team has no current plans to sign any of them. FAQs Are the Edmonton Oilers interested in signing Carter Hart? No, NHL insider Frank Seravalli said the Oilers have no plans to sign Carter Hart right now. Why are Carter Hart and the Hockey Canada Five not allowed to play in the NHL? The NHL has kept them ineligible until the commissioner's office finishes its review of the 2018 case. Have the Edmonton Oilers given second chances to players before? Yes, the Oilers have signed players like Stan Bowman, Evander Kane, and Corey Perry after past issues.
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Acquitted NHL player signs overseas: New deal sparks hope for Carter Hart, Michael McLeod, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, and Alex Formenton
Former members of Canada's 2018 World Juniors hockey team ( left to right) Alex Formenton, Cal Foote, Michael McLeod, Dillon Dube and Carter Hart. (Nicole Osborne/The Canadian Press via AP, file) In a surprising yet telling development, former National Hockey League ( NHL ) player Jake Virtanen has signed a one-year contract. That too with Dukla Michalovce, a professional hockey team in Slovakia. He was acquitted in 2022 but never returned to the NHL. Former Vancouver Canucks winger Jake Virtanen joins Dukla Michalovce in Slovakia Now at 28 years old, Jake Virtanen continues to carve a career overseas, with prior stints in Russia's KHL, Switzerland's National League, Germany's DEL, and now Slovakia's Tipos Extraliga. His 19-point season with the Iserlohn Roosters in Germany was enough to land him another opportunity. While this move might seem minor on its own, its timing gives it added significance. Legal win leads to hockey redemption arc, could Carter Hart and others follow? Carter Hart is the starting goaltender for the Philadelphia Flyers. This has reportedly been linked with the Ottawa Senators. While nothing is finalized. The rumors suggest NHL teams are watching the situation closely, including Michael McLeod, a former forward for the New Jersey Devils, and Dillon Dubé. Most recently, the Calgary Flames are also considered possible candidates for return, either in the NHL or abroad. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo However, for Cal Foote, a defenseman previously with the New Jersey Devils, and Alex Formenton, a winger once part of the Ottawa Senators, NHL returns seem unlikely, according to insiders. FAQs Who is Jake Virtanen? Jake Virtanen is a former NHL forward drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2014, and he now plays in Slovakia after being acquitted of sexual assault in 2022. What's Carter Hart's current status? Carter Hart, previously of the Philadelphia Flyers. He has been linked to the Ottawa Senators. But remains ineligible for NHL action pending league decisions. Are any WJC trial players likely to return to the NHL? Michael McLeod and Dillon Dubé may have a shot, while Cal Foote and Alex Formenton appear less likely to make an NHL comeback. Jake Virtanen's overseas signing doesn't guarantee a return to the NHL, but it does prove that a pro hockey career can continue post-acquittal. For Carter Hart and others, Virtanen's path might not just be a detour; it could be the roadmap back to the ice. Also Read: Could the former Stanley Cup champion Evgeny Kuznetsov find new life with the Bruins, Canucks, or Avalanche? Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL trade update, with the Oilers out, could the Senators be Carter Hart's NHL comeback ticket?
NHL-Carter Hart (Credit: Getty Images) In a surprising twist following the fallout of the 2018 World Junior Championship sexual assault case, NHL goalie Carter Hart may soon find himself back in contention, but not with the team he was once linked to. With the Edmonton Oilers reportedly uninterested, all signs now point toward another Canadian franchise stepping into the conversation: the Ottawa Senators. NHL goalie Carter Hart reportedly draws interest from Ottawa Senators Last week, Hart and four other players, Michael McLeod, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dubé, and Cal Foote, were acquitted in the long-running WJC investigation. Despite being found not guilty, the National Hockey League (NHL) deemed the allegations 'very disturbing'. It issued an indefinite suspension against all five, rendering them ineligible to play until further review. But in a developing twist, speculation is mounting around the Ottawa Senators making a move. Reports suggest the franchise is monitoring Hart's situation closely and could extend a contract offer as soon as league permissions allow. Among the five exonerated players, Carter Hart is widely viewed as the most likely to make a successful return to the league. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Flexible Program BITS Pilani Digital Apply Now Undo NHL continues ban even after Carter Hart, others found not guilty Legal and sports analysts alike believe that the road to reinstatement could open sooner than expected, especially if public and media sentiment shifts in Hart's favor. His willingness to testify in court may also play a role in rebuilding his professional image. FAQs Is Carter Hart cleared to play in the NHL? No, the NHL has currently ruled Hart and four other players ineligible, pending further review. Why are the Ottawa Senators interested in Carter Hart? Hart is considered the most NHL-ready among the cleared players and may fill Ottawa's long-standing goaltending gap. What happened in the 2018 WJC case? Hart and four others were accused in a 2018 assault case but were found not guilty in court this month. Are other NHL teams interested in the cleared players? Yes, reports suggest that a few NHL teams may be exploring options, particularly for Carter Hart and Michael McLeod. If the Ottawa Senators do make a move, they'll be betting on both talent and time. Hart, once considered a top-tier goaltending prospect, still has years of NHL potential ahead. Also Read: Could the former Stanley Cup champion Evgeny Kuznetsov find new life with the Bruins, Canucks, or Avalanche? Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Edmonton Journal
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Oilers are out on Carter Hart, insider says. Has Edmonton given up on second chances?
Article content This in from NHL insider Frank Seravalli, news that the Edmonton Oilers are not interested in signing Carter Hart. 'I was told that Carter Hart is a non-starter for the Edmonton Oilers,' he said, noting that Hart and the other four players acquitted in the Hockey Canada Five sex assault trial have all been deemed ineligible to play in the NHL for the time being. 'They're going to continue to review the file before determining next steps in the (NHL) commissioner's office.' Article content Article content Carter Hart is a "non-starter" for the Edmonton Oilers as the five former Hockey Canada players acquitted of sexual assault remain ineligible to play in the NHL (w/ @frank_seravalli) — B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) July 29, 2025 Article content Article content Article content There have been several insider reports in the past month saying the same, suggesting the Oilers aren't interested in signing goalie Carter Hart, or any of the five players. Article content On Oilers Now, the ultimate Oilers insider Bob Stauffer has repeatedly asked fans their opinion on signing one of the players. Stauffer has also asked guests about the issue as well since last week when Ontario King's Court bench Justice Maria Sarroccia not only found that players were not guilty, but ruled that actual consent was given for the sex acts by the complainant, E.M. Article content This Monday, Stauffer interviewed former NHL agent and GM Brian Lawton about where the five players might well end up. Lawton noted the higher level of interest in the criminal case in Canada. Article content 'Canada, to me, I could very easily see be a divided country over this… It's almost like a political ordeal, where half the people are certain it was the most horrific thing ever and half are certain that these players were acquitted and they should be forgiven and move on with their lives.'
