The NHLPA had a call with its members in mid-August to inform them they could lose pay if they contract COVID-19 and are not vaccinated. Loss of pay could also stem if an unvaccinated player is unable to join the team on trips where vaccination would be required to entire that jurisdiction.
In August, The Athletic reported they do not believe the league will mandate players to get the vaccine but with such a policy in place, it will make players feel pressure to do so.
“It sort of puts the pressure on everyone,” said one player.