Marc Bergevin confirmed that one player has tested positive for COVID-19, and the positive test is for a variant of interest. [Global News]
The general manager isn’t blaming anyone for the positive case, commending the protocols in place and the efforts of everyone involved to stay safe. [Sportsnet]
Bergevin does not expect the Habs to do much at the Trade Deadline, given the team’s salary cap situation. [TSN]
Bergevin also noted that the postponements stemmed from a fear of potential on-ice transmission. [The Athletic]
Will the Frozen Four represent a second championship for Cole Caufield this season? [La Presse]
Beyond Caufield, the Habs will also be represented by Jack Gorniak, Luke Tuch, Blake Biondi, and yes, Arvid Henrikson. [Montreal Canadiens]
Alex Kovalev is this episode’s guest for The Alumni Lounge podcast. [The Alumni Lounge]/
Around the league and elsewhere
Game management is a factual reality. Will Tim Peel’s forced retirement have any impact on how NHL games are officiated? [TSN]
More on how Peel is far from an outlier, as well as the Buffalo Sabres’ remarkable losing streak. [The Athletic]
The Canadian federal government has reduced the mandatory quarantine period for NHLers entering Canada to join Canadian teams from 14 to seven days. [TSN]
What effect will the changes to Canada’s quarantine requirements have for the trade deadline? [TSN]
The Seattle Thunderbirds of the WHL have released two players after a racial-taunting incident involving a Black teammate. [Seattle Times]
Rod Brind’Amour is taking a different approach this year when it comes to motivating his charges. [ESPN]/
