TMZ Sports · Mar 18, 2020
Ottawa Senators Player Tests Positive For Coronavirus, 'Mild Symptoms'
The coronavirus has officially made its way into the NHL ... the Ottawa Senators say one of their players has tested positive for COVID-19 and is showing "mild symptoms."
The team is not naming the player yet ... but it's believed this is the first positive test in the hockey league.
"The Ottawa Senators are in the process of notifying anyone who has had known close contact with the athlete and are working with our team doctors and public health officials," the team said in a statement Tuesday night.
"As a result of this positive case, all members of the Ottawa Senators are requested to remain isolated, to monitor their health and seek advice from our team medical staff."