The NHL and NHLPA haven’t met since the league asked the players to reopen the CBA they just signed four months ago. Changes to escrow is what the owners want and the players are not willing to make anymore concessions in that area.
If that wasn’t enough, two teams have a rash of positive COVID-19 cases that all threaten the 2020-21 NHL season entirely. Still, there’s a good chance to get the season going if they can come to terms by Monday.
NHL and NHLPA CBA dispute
Former NHL player and TV Analyst, Nick Kypreos is reported that the league and players association did not meet this past weekend.