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Coronavirus: Fourth NHL player tests positive, Sharks connected to all

There have now been four NHL players that have tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19), and all four cases have a connection to the Sharks.

The Colorado Avalanche announced Saturday that a second member of their team has tested positive for the coronavirus.

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"The Colorado Avalanche were advised late last night that a second player has tested positive for COVID-19," the team said in a statement. "The player is in self-isolation. All other Avalanche players, staff and others who might have had close contact with the player have been informed and remain isolated as per prior League direction and are monitoring their health and will be in touch with Club medical staff as necessary.