The Vegas @GoldenKnights confirmed to TSN that 4 players recently tested positive for COVID-19, the largest known outbreak of a single NHL team since March.
The team says the players have self-isolated and “are all recovering well.”
Full organization statement: pic.twitter.com/j9Fu6cASzE
– Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) November 24, 2020
“Four Golden Knights players recently tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. The team said in a statement, “These players have self-isolated and are all recovering well. As a precaution, the off-ice Golden Knights player areas (locker room, lounge, gym, practice room and video room) will be closed to all players and team staff during the weekend. of Thanksgiving. ”
Seravalli adds that the number of positive tests could be higher, saying the team only confirmed four positive tests on Monday.
In addition, several family members of the Golden Knights players have also reportedly tested positive.
Adding context: It should be noted that at least four VGK players have confirmed cases.
Sources indicate that the number may be higher; The team only confirmed four positive tests today.
In addition, sources claim that several members of the VGK player family have also tested positive. https://t.co/7CkDhY8Ikz
– Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) November 24, 2020
“City National Arena hockey programming, Arsenal and MacKenzie River Pizza remain open at City National Arena and continue to operate under guidelines set by the State of Nevada and local health officials. The team added.
“We will continue to follow the recommendations and advice of the CDC, the NHL and our local officials to ensure the health and safety of our community, players and staff. ”
It is the largest known outbreak of a single NHL team since March.
