BUFFALO, NY – As an Erie County executive, Mark Poloncarz would be upset and disappointed if any business in his community put its employees at risk of COVID-19.
There’s a chance the NHL did just that. And if he did …
“It’s quite low and could break the law,” Poloncarz told The Athletic on Friday.
Since the New Jersey Devils traveled to Buffalo to face Sabers last weekend, the teams have had 22 players entering the COVID-19 protocols. Sabers coach Ralph Krueger has a confirmed case.
“The NHL should, in my eyes, have taken greater steps to ensure the safety of the players on both teams, as well as those around them,” Poloncarz said. “They seemed more interested in playing a game.”
NHL protocols require teams to communicate with local health officials regarding COVID-19 testing and tracking of contacts. Poloncarz didn’t like what …