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NHL finds two COVID-19 cases in training camps
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By Zach Laing
Jul 20, 2020, 16:41 EDTUpdated: Jul 20, 2020, 21:21 EDT
The NHL says they have found two positive cases of COIVD-19 in training camps.
The league kicked off training camps July 13th and between that day and the 17th, 2,618 tests were conducted on over 800 players.
Both players who tested positive have self-isolated and are following CDC and Health Canada protocols.
The league, which is handling all injury reporting for teams, says they will not be providing information on identify of the players or clubs.
Edmonton Oilers defenceman Caleb Jones spoke out this week confirming he tested positive for COVID-19.
Through the NHL’s phase two the league found a total of 43 cases in players both in and outside of camps.
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