Joshua Clipperton
Winnipeg Jets Andrew Copp (9) and Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mike Smith (41) watch an incoming shot during second period NHL action in Winnipeg, Monday, April 26, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Greenslade May 10, 2021 - 5:18 PM
Winnipeg Jets winger Andrew Copp is envious.
Edmonton Oilers defenceman Tyson Barrie, meanwhile, described the situation as awesome for the teams in question.
And Toronto Maple goalie Jack Campbell is simply glad to see life shifting back to normal â just not for NHL players in Canada.
The league eased some of its tight COVID-19 health and safety protocols over the weekend for clubs that have been fully vaccinated. But because of the decidedly slower rollout to get shots in arms north of the border, Canadian franchises won t be enjoying the same freedoms as some of their U.S.-based counterparts any time soon.