Reports: NHL to stop testing asymptomatic cases after break

The NHL will stop testing asymptomatic players and staff following the All-Star break next month, ESPN and The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Testing still will be required for cross-border travel and, of course, for those who show symptoms of COVID-19.

The league and the NHLPA have reached an agreement on the new protocol, per the reports. However, the sides will meet again at the end of the month to formalize the change,