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Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon positive for COVID-19 after violating NHL protocols

Vegas Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating in Montreal.

McCrimmon was with the team in Montreal for the Stanley Cup playoff semifinal series between the Golden Knights and Canadiens. During Friday’s Game 3, McCrimmon and team president George McPhee were seen on the television broadcast not wearing masks, in violation of NHL protocols.

Golden Knights GM tests positive for COVID-19

TVA, which was first to report McCrimmon’s positive test before the team confirmed it, reported that the NHL “followed up with” the Knights’ executives and were assured it “won’t be repeated.