In the latest development surrounding Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart, the 2018 IIHF World Junior Championship gold medallist has addressed the ongoing NHL investigation regarding an alleged incident involving members of the 2018 under-20 world junior team.

Hart, who has been on a leave of absence from the team, released a statement in September 2022, confirming his full cooperation with the investigation and expressing his respect for the process. The NHL opened the investigation in May 2022 following a lawsuit that was filed against Hockey Canada, alleging sexual assault during the tournament in June 2018 in London, Ontario.

As the starting goalie for Team Canada during their victorious campaign, Hart's involvement in the investigation has been under scrutiny. However, there has been no word thus far about the nature of his leave of absence or its connection to the investigation.

The young netminder's impressive performance in the 2021-2022 season, where he went 12-9-3 with a 2.80 goals-against average, .906 save percentage, and recorded one shutout, earned him the Flyers' team MVP award, the Bobby Clarke Trophy. Hart's current contract, a three-year deal worth $11.937 million, is set to expire at the end of the season, making him a restricted free agent in the upcoming offseason.

According to sources, a settlement was reached between Hockey Canada and the woman involved in the lawsuit, as reported by Katie Strang of The Athletic in May 2022. However, the details of the settlement remain undisclosed.

The NHL's investigation aims to ascertain the underlying facts of the alleged incident and to determine any necessary action, particularly if it involves players currently in the league. It is worth noting that there has been no update provided regarding the progress of the investigation.

Fans and the hockey community at large await further developments on this matter, as the ramifications could potentially impact not only Carter Hart's future but also the reputation of the sport itself. Hart's dedication to cooperating fully with investigators demonstrates his commitment to the truth and the integrity of the game.

Disclaimer: This article is a summary of the available information and is not intended to draw any conclusions or make judgments regarding the ongoing investigation.