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NHL Return-to-Play Plan: Expect Different Hockey in the Round Robin and Qualifying Round

Lyle Richardson
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In a normal season, teams are usually entering the playoffs bruised and battered. This year will be different as almost all players are coming in fresh. Some players who would have been out, are now healthy enough to return.
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In a normal season teams are usually entering the playoffs bruised and battered. This year will be different as almost all players are coming in fresh. Some players who would have be out, are now healthy enough to return.

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