Professional sports have been on hold in the U.S. since the second week of March. Now, leagues are figuring out ways to restart play, but it isnât all good news for local fans.
The National Hockey League announced Tuesday they have a plan for restarting their season as a tournament with the top 24 teams, but the San Jose Sharks won’t be one of them.
The NHL announced the seven teams that were at the bottom of the standings when games were interrupted wonât play again until next season, and that includes the Sharks.
San Jose Sharks on Twitter Statement from #SJSharks president @jbecher. https://t.co/jcYEBlObV0
Sharks General Manager Doug Wilson said, in a statement, “While we are disappointed that the San Jose Sharks will not be able to complete our 2019-2020 season, we understand and respect the decision made by the NHL and the NHL Players’ Association.”
Major League Baseball isnât as far along with its plans, with owners and the players’ union set to negotiate this week.
While they wait to find out whatâs next, many MLB teams have started laying off workers. The Oakland Athletics are one of them, KQED has confirmed, with some staff being furloughed and others taking temporary pay cuts.
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