NHL players walk free after gang rape trial—critics say justice system chose hockey careers over a woman’s truth
A sexual assault case involving five former members of Canada’s World Juniors hockey team ended in acquittals, renewing criticism of hockey culture and the legal system. The judge deemed the complainant's testimony not credible, sparking public disheartening. Despite scrutiny and Hockey Canada's past settlement, the players' union advocates for their NHL reinstatement, signaling a potential return to the status quo.
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