Experts are calling on the Montreal Canadiens to take leadership in confronting sexual violence and misogyny after drafting Logan Mailloux.
The 18-year-old defenceman was convicted last year for distributing sexually explicit photos of a woman without consent, which resulted him being charged and fined by a Swedish court.
"We are also committed to raising awareness among our players about the repercussions of their actions on the lives of others," the team said. "I have questions as a sports journalist and a woman in the hockey community. What is your plan for this young player? Where is your accountability in selecting and drafting this player? Where is the education on sexualized violence?"released by the Canadiens on Saturday, apologized for his actions, calling it, "a totally irresponsible and stupid act."
"In some ways, it's good that he is saying it from the jump, what he did. He's saying it and he's being remorseful and he's being accountable."on Tuesday that he felt he didn't have the maturity to be drafted to the NHL this year. "What was disappointing, was that his own opinions, own thoughts, weren't being respected by the team," said Khan. "If he's saying this, then why is this team saying, 'Oh, we want to draft you in the first draft.' That's something that I find really confusing."
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