The Colorado Avalanche’s AHL affiliate Colorado Eagles are officially on summer break. The AHL has announced today that the remainder of the season and the playoffs have been cancelled.
It’s not too big of a surprise that the AHL has made this decision. Their league is much more based on ticket revenue than broadcasting or advertising. Trying to put on games without fans would be less feasible than cancelling the season.
Indeed, here’s what the league said of their decision:
“After a lengthy review process, the American Hockey League has determined that the resumption and completion of the 2019-20 season is not feasible in light of current conditions.