2023-10-19 21:15:24
It seems to me that this is becoming more and more common in the world of hockey…
Calgary Flames prospect Topi Ronni had to leave his team in Finland (Tappara de Tampere) because he received a court summons in connection with a rape allegation.
The events allegedly took place more than two years ago, when Ronni was a minor. The main interested party was selected by the Flames with the 59th pick in the 2022 draft.
Calgary Flames prospect Topi Ronni is taking a leave from his club Tappara Tampere following receiving a court summons in connection with an allegation of rape, the Finnish team announced Thursday:
— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) October 19, 2023
The allegation has not been proven in court (the date for the hearing has not yet been determined) and it is not known what fate will be reserved for the young man.
The Flames released a tweet this followingnoon to address the situation. It says the organization is taking things seriously and will let the legal process take its course before making any further comments related to the story.
The Tampere club said it would wait for the court hearing before making a decision regarding the young man’s future within the organization.
The Hockey Canada scandal, two former Victoriaville Tigres players who pleaded guiltys of having sexually assaulted a teenage girl in June 2021, a former University of Michigan doctor who faced 22 counts of criminal sexual conduct in the third and fourth degrees involving 10 former hockey players…
Yeah. It’s all starting to get worrying.
A lot of
– At least, he is honest with himself.
“It’s pretty awful” – Patrik Laine on his start to the season
— TVA Sports (@TVASports) October 19, 2023
– The Ducks prospect will play his first career NHL game this evening.
Greg Cronin on Leo Carlsson: “I told him this morning that I expect him to be the best player on the ice. He’s a good hockey player. He’s quiet as you guys probably have learned but he’s got a lot of self-confidence. I’m expecting him to be really visible.” pic.twitter.com/9FfCmo7R9e
— Eric Stephens (@icemancometh) October 19, 2023
– I think it’s too early to call Joshua Roy back.
If Josh Roy keeps this up, he may get called up sooner than we expect to help the Habs PP. It would be much appreciated if you might subscribe to our draftcast when you get a moment.
— Grant McCagg (@grantmccagg) October 19, 2023
– This bodes well for CF Montreal.
82% chance of making the playoffs for @cfmontreal. But more likely to finish 9th (43%) than 8th (39%). #cfmtl pic.twitter.com/DMPGLw47UQ
— Jeremy Filosa ???? (@JeremyFilosa) October 19, 2023
– It’s going to get messy.
If these guys wake up… watch out.
— Passion MLB (@passion_mlb) October 19, 2023
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