The NHL has released details for hub cities and in-game presentation as it is scheduled to restart in Edmonton and Toronto next month.
In a video released by the league, the NHL unveiled its health and safety plan, as well as information about television programs and player facilities, during a period when no fans are allowed into the arenas.
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NHL personnel in the blisters are to be separated from the public during the pandemic as part of an agreement with the federal government.
The NHL says it will use DynaLIFE Medical Labs in Edmonton and LifeLabs in Toronto for daily COVID-19 tests.
Each bubble has 14 restaurants for players and staff and there is a concierge service for players to get delivery.
“We create pop-up restaurants with local chefs, for example,” said Steve Mayer, NHL chief content officer and senior executive vice president of events and entertainment.
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“The food will be varied: from steak to vegan, from tacos to Tim Hortons, which offers our players a large selection. And our restaurants are open from the start until late at night. “
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The BMO Field in Toronto – usually home to the FC Toronto of the MLS and the Argonauts of the CFL – is part of the bubble and serves as an outdoor leisure facility.
Four-time Grammy winner Michael Buble will perform the national anthems for the opening games on August 1st.
“We will really make the opening night unforgettable,” said Mayer.
The video game company EA Sports will cause public noise, and the NHL plans to use each team’s goal horns and chants to improve the atmosphere.
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