RhowdyRam02 wrote: ↑2 years ago
As long as the hockey team makes the trip I'll be fine. Olympic hockey after the group stage might be the top version of the sport, even better than the Stanley Cup playoffs
Unfortunately a lot of players might opt out or the NHL might pull out entirely. So far Robin Lehner, of Team Sweden is the only official opt out, but it sounds like there could be more because of confusion about protocols. Also if enough games get cancelled between now and the Olympics the NHL will need that window to play make ups.
"The NHLPA confirmed a report from Chris Johnston of the Toronto Star that the IOC has provided new COVID protocol information to athletes. Any player with a confirmed positive test must produce two negative tests that are 24 hours apart, or the quarantine period can last from 21 days to five weeks. Where that would take place, and whether there is a possibility a player could leave China rather than quarantining there, are among the issues the NHLPA is waiting for clarity about.
The quarantine period for a positive test in Beijing -- especially if a player is symptomatic -- is one of the biggest concerns for players. Not only could they be stuck in China for an indefinite amount of time, but they could also be impacted financially by missing games and practices after the NHL's Olympic Break.
As part of the agreement to go to the Games, "players who miss time due to COVID, related to the Olympics, will not be paid under their standard players' contracts," NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly told ESPN.
The IIHF will provide a $5 million fund for any lost salary for players who participate in Olympic qualifiers or the Games. But after that pool dries up, players could lose salary if they are unable to play after the season restarts."
https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/328 ... r-olympics
Gas is creeping toward $4 and this admin is concerned with making a show as to whether Mayor Pete goes to the Olympics or not...Mayor Pete (just using as a proxy for the likely level of 'dignitary') is probably praying for that boycott.