Carter Hart Signs with Vegas Golden Knights After Acquittal
Carter Hart, the former Philadelphia Flyers goaltender, has officially joined the Vegas Golden Knights on a professional tryout contract following his acquittal in a high-profile sexual assault case related to the Hockey Canada scandal. The signing marks a significant move as Hart becomes the first of five world junior players acquitted of sexual assault to land an NHL contract. The decision comes as Hart looks for a fresh start in his career and aims to contribute to the Golden Knights as they compete in the Western Conference. While the signing has sparked controversy and discussions around NHL eligibility and organizational values, Hart expressed his enthusiasm for this new opportunity with the Golden Knights.
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