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NHL Headlines: AHL sets new start date, Gary Bettman working on NHL’s date

The AHL has announced February 5th, 2021 as their new start date for next season. Originally they had a December date but obviously were forced to move it due to COVID-19 concerns.

AHL start date Press Release

American Hockey League President and CEO Scott Howson has announced that the league’s Board of Governors has approved moving the anticipated start date of the 2020-21 season to February 5, 2021, due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis.

The AHL continues to work with its member clubs to monitor developments and local guidelines in all 31 league cities.