Connor McDavid Of The Edmonton Oilers Has Tested Positive For COVID-19

Uh oh. 😳
Staff Writer

The Edmonton Oilers have officially announced that Connor McDavid has tested positive for COVD-19. 

On Monday, October 5, the Edmonton Oilers released a Facebook post stating that the captain of the team underwent medical testing. 

The results confirmed that the well known NHL player tested positive for COVID-19

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He is feeling well and is experiencing mild symptoms 

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Since receiving his test results, McDavid has been in voluntary self-quarantine at his home, said the post. 

The Oilers have stated that he'll continue to be monitored and will follow all health protocols.

Hundreds of fans have been commenting on the Facebook post wishing McDavid a speedy recovery. 

In addition to McDavid, an Ottawa Senators player was the first player to test positive back in March of this year.

According to CBC News, the NHL stopped releasing the names of team members impacted by COVID-19. 

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