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Senators player is NHL's first positive coronavirus test, in isolation

An Ottawa Senators player is the NHL's first to test positive for the coronavirus, the team announced Tuesday night. The unnamed player "has mild symptoms and currently is in isolation," according to the team.

"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 statement said. "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."

Sportsnet's Elliotte Freidman first reported the news late Tuesday night.