Four Canadian hockey stars remain suspended after sexual assault acquittal

Four Canadian hockey players remain under suspension following their acquittal on sexual assault charges. While a fifth player involved in the same incident has been reinstated, an independent appeals board determined that all five individuals violated Hockey Canada’s code of conduct.

The findings of the appeals board confirm that despite the legal acquittal, the athletes' actions were found to be in breach of the organization's internal standards. The continued suspension of the four players highlights the ongoing disciplinary process within the sport's governing body regarding the conduct of its members.