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Several Sports Leagues Suspend Seasons Over COVID-19 Concerns

Worries about the COVID-19 virus have forced many professional sporting leagues to make big changes.

The NHL and NBA have paused their seasons until further notice as the outbreak continues to grow.

Major League Baseball has scrapped its spring training games and delayed opening day by at least two weeks.

The CFL has cancelled its combines in Montreal, Edmonton and Toronto.

Major League Soccer has suspended match play for 30 days and the National Lacrosse League has temporarily suspended play until further notice.

The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and the National Basketball League of Canada have also suspended their seasons.

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May 19, 2026
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