"Several team execs, sponsors and player agents tell me they are bracing for the NHL's possible release of an investigation report, re: an alleged sexual assault involving as many as eight players on Canada's 2018 world juniors team," said Westhead.
"If NHL names and suspends players allegedly involved, affected players would likely appeal any sanctions to an arbitrator, as per CBA (collective bargaining agreement), and may pursue defamation lawsuits vs league, said agent of one player who attended 2018 Hockey Canada gala."