There is word tonight that an Ottawa Senator player has tested positive for COVID-19. This would be the NHL's first positive test. Initial word is symptoms are not serious. Team is expected make official announcement.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) March 18, 2020
An Ottawa Senators player has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. The player has had mild symptoms and is in isolation.
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— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) March 18, 2020
The NHL and National Hockey League Players’ Association agreed to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendation that events of 50 or more people be canceled for eight weeks.
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