Cale Makar Opens Up About His Involvement in the 2018 Team Canada World Junior Scandal

During interviews at the NHL All-Star event, Cale Makar was asked about his involvement in the 2018 Team Canada World Junior scandal, and he opened up about it.

Makar Comments on Involvement In 2018 World Junior Scandal

The investigation of the Team Canada 2018 World Junior incident has come to a head, with criminal charges being laid against 5 of the members of the team including Alex Formenton, Mike McLeod, Cal Foote, Carter Hart, and Dillon Dube.

Cale Makar, who was a member of the Team, was asked about the case during interviews at the All-Star event. While he was likely advised not to comment on it, he opened up about the incident and hockey culture in general, stating that he wasn't involved in the incident.

Makar Says the Culture Of Hockey Has Changed But Has A Long Way to Go

Makar went on in the interview to talk about the culture around hockey in general, and how it has changed. He believes it has become a game that is inclusive of everyone, but there is still a long way to go.


With the court case ongoing, it is likely that a lot more members of the 2018 team will be asked to comment on the case. As the case proceeds, it is likely that more details will be revealed as well.


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