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NHL players self-isolating during suspension of play

NHL players are being told to stay at home and away from team facilities while the NHL evaluates next steps in dealing with the coronavirus.
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The empty visitors NHL hockey locker room is seen at Capital One Arena in Washington, Thursday, March 12, 2020. The Washington Capitals were to play the Detroit Red Wings later tonight. The NHL is following the NBA’s lead and suspending its season because of the coronavirus pandemic. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman announced Thursday it is pausing its season, one day after the NBA suspended play after a player tested positive Wednesday for COVID-19.(AP Photo/Nick Wass)

BUFFALO, N.Y. — NHL players are staying away from rinks and self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic that has put the season on hold.

Players have been instructed to remain at home in their team's city and avoid practice facilities and crowded places.

Within the next two weeks, they could be allowed to return and skate and work out in small groups while games are not being played.

Commissioner Gary Bettman and NHL Players' Association executive director Don Fehr each independently said he was not aware of any player testing positive for the new coronavirus.

They added they can't be certain no one is feeling ill or awaiting test results.

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