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The French Olympic ice hockey federation made a decision on Pierre Crinon. The player fought Canada’s Tom Wilson during Sunday’s group-play game that ended in a 10-2 win for the Canadians.
With 6:59 remaining and Canada already up 10-2, Crinon hit Canadian forward Nathan McKinnon. Wilson approached Crinon and the two got entangled. The Frenchman took Wilson to the ice, which prompted the referees to get in the middle of the two.
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Wilson went back at Crinon, pushing and shoving him afterwards. While the International Ice Hockey Federation allowed both players to play in their teams’ next games, the French federation took exception with Crinon. He won’t be allowed to play in the remainder of the tournament.
“Pierre Crinon’s provocative behavior upon leaving the ice, even though he had just been ejected from the game for fighting, constitutes a clear violation of the Olympic spirit and also undermines the values of our sport,” Hockey France said in a statement.
“Therefore, in full agreement with the French National Olympic and Sports Committee, the decision has been made not to authorize his participation in the upcoming game of the Olympic tournament.”
[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Feb 15, 2026; Milan, Italy; Tom Wilson of Canada clashes with Pierre Crinon of France in men’s ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Segar/Reuters via Imagn Images
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After he received a five-minute penalty for fighting and the ejection for game misconduct, Pierre Crinon left the ice. While he did so, he made gestures towards the Canadian fans, provoking them.
At 0-3, France can still advance to the qualification round with a win over Germany (1-2). Even if they pull it off, Crinon won’t be on the ice with his teammates.
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With 6:59 remaining and Canada already up 10-2, Crinon hit Canadian forward Nathan McKinnon. Wilson approached Crinon and the two got entangled. The Frenchman took Wilson to the ice, which prompted the referees to get in the middle of the two.
MORE: Does Canada feel comfortable with Jordan Binnington going forward?
Wilson went back at Crinon, pushing and shoving him afterwards. While the International Ice Hockey Federation allowed both players to play in their teams’ next games, the French federation took exception with Crinon. He won’t be allowed to play in the remainder of the tournament.
“Pierre Crinon’s provocative behavior upon leaving the ice, even though he had just been ejected from the game for fighting, constitutes a clear violation of the Olympic spirit and also undermines the values of our sport,” Hockey France said in a statement.
“Therefore, in full agreement with the French National Olympic and Sports Committee, the decision has been made not to authorize his participation in the upcoming game
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[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Feb 15, 2026; Milan, Italy; Tom Wilson of Canada clashes with Pierre Crinon of France in men’s ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Segar/Reuters via Imagn Images
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What was Pierre Crinon’s provocative behavior?
After he received a five-minute penalty for fighting and the ejection for game misconduct, Pierre Crinon left the ice. While he did so, he made gestures towards the Canadian fans, provoking them.
At 0-3, France can still advance to the qualification round with a win over Germany (1-2). Even if they pull it off, Crinon won’t be on the ice with his teammates.
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