Carter Hart expresses growth after joining Golden Knights ahead of Cup Final
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Carter Hart spoke on the eve of the Stanley Cup Final, stating he has learned and grown since signing with the Vegas Golden Knights. Following his reinstatement by the NHL, Hart is the only one of five players from the Hockey Canada sexual assault case actively playing in the league. He emphasized positive integration into the Las Vegas community, supported by the team’s foundation. Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon defended Hart amid concerns of baggage from his past and highlighted his on-ice performance.
- •Carter Hart joined the Vegas Golden Knights after his NHL reinstatement.
- •He expressed personal growth and community integration during media day.
- •Hart is the only player from the sexual assault case currently signed to a contract.
- •General manager Kelly McCrimmon praised Hart's character and contributions.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Carter Hart says he has learned and grown since joining the Golden Knights after acquittal
- 11:21 PMESPN NHL — Hart: I've grown since joining VGK after acquittal...
"Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart said he has learned and grown a lot since signing with Vegas after he and four other players were reinstated by the NHL following their acquittals in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case.
"Carter Hart was asked on Cup Final media day about comments he made in the fall and how he has learned and grown since then.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:42 PMCarter Hart says he has learned and grown since joining the Golden Knights after acquittal
Carter Hart was asked on Cup Final media day about comments he made in the fall and how he has learned and grown since then.
- ESPN NHLJun 1, 2026, 11:21 PMHart: I've grown since joining VGK after acquittal...
Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart said he has learned and grown a lot since signing with Vegas after he and four other players were reinstated by the NHL following their acquittals in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case.
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