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Players’ association board approves NHL’s return-to-play format; more talks still to come

The NHLPA's executive board, composed of a player representative from each of the 31 teams, approved a 24-team return-to-play format, but said “several details need to be negotiated” with the league.

After scoring, the Flyers' Travis Konecny (center) celebrates with teammates Kevin Hayes (left) and Justin Braun during the team's 5-1 win over Columbus on Feb. 18. The NHL is on target to return soon after having the season suspended March 12 because of the coronavirus outbreak.
After scoring, the Flyers' Travis Konecny (center) celebrates with teammates Kevin Hayes (left) and Justin Braun during the team's 5-1 win over Columbus on Feb. 18. The NHL is on target to return soon after having the season suspended March 12 because of the coronavirus outbreak.Read moreSTEVEN M. FALK / Staff Photographer