“It would be cheaper for us to shut the doors and not play,” Bettman said Monday. “We’re coming back to play this season because we think it’s important for the game, because our fans and our players want us to, and it may give people, particularly those who are back in isolation or where there are curfews, a sense of normalcy and something to do.” … [Read more...] about League soldiers on despite looming financial losses
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NHL taxi squads to help teams stay on ice in pandemic
While taxi squads will benefit teams trying to navigate the season, general managers will wrestle with whether they should keep prospects to play sparingly in the NHL or if sending them to compete regularly in American Hockey League games is better for their development. … [Read more...] about NHL taxi squads to help teams stay on ice in pandemic
Taxi! NHL taxi squads to help teams stay on ice in pandemic
The defending Western Conference champion Dallas Stars have already had to postpone their season-opener this week because six players and two staff members tested positive for the coronavirus. The Stars won't face an opponent earlier than Jan. 19, when they're currently scheduled to play at Tampa Bay in a Stanley Cup Final rematch. … [Read more...] about Taxi! NHL taxi squads to help teams stay on ice in pandemic
NHL embarks on season that will be like “56 playoff games”
“We’re going to see a 56-game season, but it’ll be 56 playoff games,” veteran New York Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello said. “It’s exciting. I think the divisions the way they’re in front of us, it’ll be great for the fans and I think the players will enjoy it, also, so I think the rivalries will just raise to a level we haven’t seen in a long, long time.” … [Read more...] about NHL embarks on season that will be like “56 playoff games”
With Erik Johnson still “unfit,” Conor Timmins “has looked fantastic” in Avalanche training camp
“Conor Timmins has looked fantastic,” Bednar said on a video conference call after Saturday’s scrimmage. “Showed up to camp in great condition. He looks bigger and stronger, more comfortable. He’s put some of his injury woes behind him here, had a great summer of training. He’s looked real good through training camp.” … [Read more...] about With Erik Johnson still “unfit,” Conor Timmins “has looked fantastic” in Avalanche training camp
