The NHL announced Monday that 26 players have tested positive for coronavirus since Phase 2 of the league’s Return to Play plan began earlier this month.
The league released a statement confirming that of the more than 250 players who participated in training at the club’s facilities since Phase 2 began on June 8, 15 have tested positive for COVID-19.
At least 11 other players who did not participate in the optional training also tested positive, the league said.
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“More than 1,450 COVID-19 tests have been administered to this group of players. Those tests have resulted in a total of 15 players who have returned confirmed positive results for COVID-19, ”the statement read.
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“All positive players have been self-isolated and follow CDC [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention] and Health Canada protocols. The NHL will continue to provide regular updates on the number of tests administered to players and the results of those tests, “the league added.
The NHL has not set a date for the start of training camps, which are expected to begin as soon as July 10. With an increase in new cases, the league’s timeline for resuming play remains unclear.
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The NHL has yet to name the two “core” cities where the season will take place.
Associated Press contributed to this report.
