Overview
- The IIHF reviewed the Wilson–Crinon fight and imposed no supplemental discipline, leaving the original game misconducts and penalties to stand.
- France’s hockey federation barred Crinon from the rest of the Olympics, citing his provocative behavior while leaving the ice and coordinating the decision with the national Olympic committee.
- France fell 5-1 to Germany in the qualification round without Crinon, ending its tournament, while Canada moves to a Wednesday quarterfinal against Czechia with Wilson available.
- The confrontation followed Crinon’s high hit on Nathan MacKinnon, after which Wilson engaged him; both received roughing minors, fighting majors, and automatic ejections under IIHF rules.
- Wilson later said he fought to stand up for his teammate and accepted the risk of ejection, with support from Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon highlighting the cultural gap between NHL norms and Olympic rules.