The Western Hockey League says major junior hockey will still be played this season. The WHL — one of three leagues in the 60-team Canadian Hockey League — announced Friday that its board of governors has committed to play a 24-game season for 2020-21. "The Western Hockey League is committed to providing a season for WHL players," WHL commissioner Ron Robison said in a release. The Ontario Hockey League and Quebec Major Junior Hockey League are still planning to complete their seasons despite uncertainty. The OHL targeted Feb. 4 as a start date but is on hold again following a recent provincial lockdown.

Source: CBC News January 09, 2021 04:52 UTC