Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported yesterday that apparently, four NHL teams have considered the option of holding games outdoors in the 2021 season, as a way to enable more spectators (and, more importantly, more ticket revenue). While a stab in the dark at this time, it’s saying something about the deep weirdness of this whole situation that a plan like this is a real possibility.
The relevant teams Friedman mentioned are the Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins, Anaheim Ducks, and Los Angeles Kings. Pierre LeBrun in the Athletic added that the Nashville Predators, Carolina Hurricanes, Dallas Stars, and Florida Panthers are all also investigating the concept.