The Vegas Golden Knights signed goaltender Carter Hart to a professional tryout contract, sparking controversy in the hockey world.
“Following the reinstatement decision agreed on by the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association, goaltender Carter Hart will be joining the Vegas Golden Knights organization. The Golden Knights are aligned with the process and assessment the NHL and NHLPA made in their decision.
The signing was announced on Thursday, with plans to add Hart to the main roster on December 1, 2025. The move has dominated headlines and will likely continue to do so in the coming days.
Author's summary: Golden Knights face backlash after signing Carter Hart.