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September 11, 2025

NHL: Acquitted Hockey Canada players can return in Dec. - ESPN

NHL: Acquitted Hockey Canada players can return in Dec. - ESPN

Five Hockey Canada 2018 U-20 alumni—Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart and Michael McLeod—will begin the 2025-26 NHL season under league-imposed suspensions, eligible to return December 1 after acquittals. They may sign Oct 15, 2025, with Hart and Dubé expected to draw the strongest interest from contenders. The move ends a 20-month absence from the league and reshapes fantasy outlook as teams weigh high-upside signings against risk.

Which acquitted player presents the clearest short-term fantasy value after their return, Hart or Dubé?What is the optimal risk-adjusted target range for these five players in redraft leagues this season?How should fantasy managers hedge against the risk of long layoffs when drafting these players?Which team fits best for Alex Formenton’s return to maximize fantasy upside?

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@Michael McLeod | New Jersey Devils | NHL

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