A seven-year agreement between the NHL and ESPN and the Walt Disney Company was officially announced on Wednesday afternoon that will cover TV and streaming rights.
Following the news of 11 positive tests for COVID-19 during Phase 2, a crucial week is ahead for the NHL in their efforts to return to play. This week could feature important updates on players testing positive and the selection of hub cities.
Obviously, the health of players, coaches, front office members and, of course, fans is far greater than playing the games, so this action was realistically a matter of time.