Though still subject to ratification by NHL players and owners, the protocols finalized Sunday offer the clearest picture yet of what a 24-team playoff might look like in lockdown, assuming that can be pulled off. reporterchris has all the details ⬇
No player is required to attend training camp or take part in the season restart if he’s unwilling. Everyone has a penalty-free option to opt out that requires such a decision to be communicated to your team in writing beforehand.
Inside its boundaries are hotels, dining destinations, the arena, the practice facilities and other demarcated areas. Among the permitted reasons for leaving the secure zone: To receive medical assessment or care, or to retrieve necessary medical supplies like prescriptions; for players to consult with or be examined by a physician of their choice; and if individuals receive approval from a supervisor to leave because of extenuating circumstances like the birth of a child or an illness or death in the family.
If no alternative is available, teams will make arrangements to pick up individuals at their residence. All drivers must wear gloves and a mask or face covering.Every individual is assigned his or her own room and is forbidden from having guests in the room during Phase 4. The only exception to this rule will be made during the conference finals and Stanley Cup Final, when a player’s spouse and kids are permitted to join them inside the bubble.
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