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Avalanche in the heart of San Jose coronavirus concern

SAN JOSE, Calif. — The relatively high number of coronavirus cases in this area led county officials to discourage residents from attending large public gatherings Thursday, and a season-low 14,517 San Jose Sharks fans showed up for Thursday night’s NHL game against the Minnesota Wild.

But Sharks attendance grew to a relatively normal 16,018 on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators before San Jose concluded a six-game homestand at SAP Center on Sunday against the Avalanche.

And make no mistake, Avs fans were spotted throughout the building pregame.

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“It’s pretty easy: Wash your hands, don’t touch your face, drink plenty of water and you’re fine,” said Chris Vanbeber of Loveland, who attended Sunday’s game with four others from northern Colorado.