This is the first European Report post-draft and with all the players’ seasons actually underway. There are some leagues in Europe that have been delayed — the DEL, for example, isn’t willing to begin without fans. But the KHL rolls along, heedless of all impediments, and the SHL and Liiga have both begun amid COVID-19 restrictions on attendance.
The QMJHL lasted 14 days before they declared a major shutdown of games, so it’s certainly no guarantee all these leagues in Europe will continue on with their schedule as set.
If you find things confusing, all the leagues and acronyms and unusual concepts, check out the Glossary.