With its season stuck on pause because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Hockey League has released details of Phase 2 of its return-to-play protocol.
The second phase of the NHL’s four-point plan includes the opening of practice rinks and voluntary on- and off-ice workouts for up to six players and is targeted to begin as early as next week.
Physical distancing will be a big part of Phase 2, and continuous testing and symptom monitoring will begin before, and continue during training camp and the resumption of the season — whenever that may happen.
The latest news comes a few days after the league and the players’ association agreed to attempt to finish their truncated season with a 24-team playoff format. [ Sign up for our Health IQ