OHL Announces Suspension of Team Activities for Erie Otters
Published on December 15, 2021 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL) News Release
Toronto, Ont. - In accordance with established protocols, the OHL today announced that the Erie Otters Hockey Club has suspended all team activities as a result of 13 players having tested positive for Covid-19. All players affected are currently asymptomatic or exhibiting mild symptoms and the League and team will continue to monitor their well-being.
The Ontario Hockey League had previously incorporated specific COVID-19 protocols including mandatory vaccination for all members of the OHL Community including players, staff, officials and billets. The OHL continues to work in consultation with the League's independent Chief Medical Officer.
As a result of the suspension of team activities for the Erie Otters, the following OHL Regular Season games have been postponed:
Friday, December 17 - Erie Otters at Guelph Storm
Saturday, December 18 - Kitchener Rangers at Erie Otters
Neither the OHL or the Erie Otters Hockey Club will be identifying affected individuals, and the League will provide an update regarding future games along with the rescheduling of above matchups as information becomes available.
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