Four Canadian world junior players charged with sexual assault cut loose by NHL teams after not being given qualifying offers, now unrestricted free agents.
Teams had until deadline to issue qualifying offers; Flyers, Flames, and Devils opted against it, leading to players becoming unrestricted free agents.
NHL players facing charges were on paid leave; no restrictions on signing with new teams but uncertainty surrounds their future.
Hockey Canada players facing charges might explore European opportunities; discussions to freeze player status pending trial didn't reach an agreement.
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