There's almost no one in the league unvaccinated anymore. There were less than 5 before the season started... 

 

Bruins place Marchand in COVID-19 protocol. Barzal of Islanders also enters.

Flames add three players to COVID-19 protocol. Up to nine.

Yikes. This is not looking good.

Omicron is legit.....feeling like March 2020 again.....

It's possible that the NHL changes their protocol to allow players that are positive but show no signs and are feeling well to play. Players going to China have a huge decision to make because if they go over and test positive they wont be able to come back for a length of time and also lose money from not being able to play game for their contracted teams 

24 minutes ago, bustamente said:

It's possible that the NHL changes their protocol to allow players that are positive but show no signs and are feeling well to play. Players going to China have a huge decision to make because if they go over and test positive they wont be able to come back for a length of time and also lose money from not being able to play game for their contracted teams 

55 is thinking "No Oly's. I'm down with that."

 

46 minutes ago, bustamente said:

It's possible that the NHL changes their protocol to allow players that are positive but show no signs and are feeling well to play. Players going to China have a huge decision to make because if they go over and test positive they wont be able to come back for a length of time and also lose money from not being able to play game for their contracted teams 

No way they allow Covid+ players to play. That would be reckless and, likely in some jurisdictions, negligent. The NHL does not want to fight the various levels of Gov't and the PR issues it would cause. 

March 2020 vibes......

 

11 hours ago, bustamente said:

It's possible that the NHL changes their protocol to allow players that are positive but show no signs and are feeling well to play. Players going to China have a huge decision to make because if they go over and test positive they wont be able to come back for a length of time and also lose money from not being able to play game for their contracted teams 

I think the NHL will cancel participation in the Beijing Olympics. I'm down with that anyway, Covid or no Covid. Screw the CCP. 

 

On 2021-12-15 at 11:20 AM, iHeart said:

 

Make that bet for a VAN win against SJS.

Edited December 16, 20214 yr by FrostyWinnipeg

Flames games postponed through Dec. 18 due to COVID-19 concerns. 18 players, three coaches in protocol.
 

Bergeron, Marchand among six players COVID-19 protocol for Bruins

 

21 minutes ago, FrostyWinnipeg said:

 

https://theathletic.com/news/panthers-place-5-players-in-covid-19-protocol-ahead-of-thursdays-game-vs-kings/V3ZOcmDMUO4w/

When does the NHL go back to having some spare players at the ready for each team?

 

 

Edited December 17, 20214 yr by FrostyWinnipeg

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/true-north-capacity-staying-canada-life-centre-jets-moose-1.6289171

Just pause the season for a couple weeks,I know that's a massive amount of work but we know it's going to get to that point. It'll benefit team physically,mentally and will get a bid of a grip on this situation.

so no game on Tuesday? (the fact that there is no outbreak among the Jets right now is nothing short of a miracle)

 

and confirmed

 

and the Bruins are shut down as well

Edited December 18, 20214 yr by iHeart

 

Washington Capitals
Forward T.J. Oshie was placed in NHL COVID-19 protocol and won't play for the Capitals against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday

Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets canceled practice after placing forwards Boone Jenner and Jack Roslovic, and defenseman Gabriel Carlsson, in protocol.

Los Angeles Kings
Philip Danault was placed in NHL COVID-19 protocol Sunday.

New York Islanders
Matt Martin and Robin Salo were placed in COVID-19 protocol before the game against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday.

Philadelphia Flyers
Forward Max Willman and a staff member were placed in COVID-19 protocol. 

Detroit Red Wings
Jeff Blashill did not coach the Red Wings in a 5-2 win against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday after he was placed in COVID-19 protocol.Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic, forwards Carter Rowney and Givani Smith, and assistant Alex Tanguay were also placed in protocol.

Edmonton Oilers
Jesse Puljujarvi was placed in COVID-19 protocol and missed a 5-3 win against the Seattle Kraken on Saturday. 

oh god i hope the Caps didn't bring anything here two days ago

And it's official, No Game on Wednesday either better enjoy this game against the Blues

The National Hockey League announced today that, due to concern with the number of positive cases within the last several days as well concern for continued COVID spread, the Columbus Blue Jackets' games will be postponed at least through the scheduled completion of the League's Holiday Break in the schedule on Dec. 26. Additionally, the Montreal Canadiens will pause team activities at least through Dec. 26. The decision was made by the NHL's, the NHLPA's and the Club medical groups.

The Edmonton Oilers also announced on Monday their training facilities would be closed through the break. 

On Sunday, the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs became the sixth and seventh NHL teams to be shut down through the holiday break, joining the Boston Bruins, Nashville Predators, Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche and Florida Panthers.

On 2021-12-14 at 2:28 PM, Noeller said:

Omicron is legit.....feeling like March 2020 again.....

That would actually be nice.

The days when we had just 5 - 25 daily cases.