A former player accused in the high-profile Hockey Canada sexual assault case has secured an NHL contract with the Edmonton Oilers, marking the third such signing since the trial concluded. The development follows legal acquittals for multiple players involved in the widely scrutinized proceedings, raising questions about the league’s handling of past allegations. While the cases were dismissed in court, the controversy continues to spark debate over accountability in professional hockey. The move comes as the NHL faces ongoing pressure over its response to past misconduct claims.

Alex Formenton has signed with the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the third player acquitted in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case to receive an NHL contract since the trial ended in July 2025.