Canucks vs Kraken game postponed as NHL delays return to play
Posted December 24, 2021 3:34 pm.
Last Updated December 24, 2021 8:07 pm.
If you were hoping to watching the Canucks take on the Seattle Kraken at home in Vancouver Monday, you’re out of luck.
The game has been postponed, with no word yet on when it will be rescheduled to. This was set to be the first time the Canucks hosted the Kraken at home for a regular season game.
The NHL announced Friday that it would be delaying its return to play by one day, not resuming prior to Dec. 28. In total, the decision affects 14 games involving all Canadian-based teams.
SCHEDULE UPDATE: Monday's #Canucks game against Seattle has been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date. https://t.co/pIaBS45idB
— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) December 24, 2021
It says it is giving the league more time to analyze COVID-19 testing results and assess each club’s readiness to resume play.
Teams will be allowed to return to practice on Dec. 26.
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Another update is expected from the NHL by end of day Sunday.