The Vancouver Canucks have placed right-winger Jake Virtanen on leave following allegations of sexual misconduct. The team released a statement Saturday saying it "does not accept sexual misconduct of any kind and the claims as reported are being treated very seriously." The Canucks say they have "engaged external expertise" to assist in an independent investigation and Virtanen has been placed on leave as the team awaits more information. No charges have been laid, and neither Virtanen nor his representatives have responded to the allegations. Green didn't say when he was made aware of the allegations, or whether Virtanen was still with the team in Toronto.

Source: CBC News May 01, 2021 18:56 UTC