Monday, July 6 the NHL released their proposed framework for the rules and procedures that will cover Phase 3 (Training Camp) and Phase 4 (Game Play). These rules, and the Memo of Understanding to extend the CBA will be voted on by the players and the owners in the coming days.
Phase 2 is still in effect, and the latest testing figures from the NHL indicate that approximately half of the players have arrived at one of the 24 team sites for Phase 2 training. For details on the protocols for Phase 2, go here:
For details on the format of the playoffs including the structure of each series, go here:
To read the official Phase 3 and 4 documentation, go here:
Voting Procedure and Timing
These protocols will be voted on by the Board of Governors (the owners) and by the NHLPA Executive Board (31 team representatives), and then if they say yes, by the full player membership.