New York State has called a “State of Emergency” due to the Coronavirus. Last night, the Rangers did not allow the media into the locker room. Instead they sent out Igor Shesterkin, Marc Staal, and Mika Zibanejad to answer questions at a dais. While there is exploratory talk of playing games with no one in the stands, the NHL is still considering all options.
“We’re considering every conceivable option that may be because what’s happening is evolving not only on a day-to-day basis in terms of us staying on top of developments, but it’s almost hour to hour,” Bettman said.