The American Hockey League (AHL) has canceled the remainder of the 2019-20 regular season and Calder Cup playoffs because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The announcement was made by AHL president Dave Andrews.
It was expected in the wake of a conference call between members of the league's Board of Governors three days ago.
“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," Andrews said in a statement released by the AHL. "The league’s operational focus has turned toward actively preparing for the 2020-21 season."
The AHL’s current standings, as calculated by the percentage of points earned, are final, and will serve as the basis for determining league awards.
Washington, Pa. native Riley Barber, who had three goals and three assists in seven games after being acquired from Montreal, finished as the Baby Penguins' top producer, when the 13 goals and 18 assists he had in 39 games with the Laval Rocket are factored in. T
The Penguins' farm team in Wilkes-Barre finishes 29-26-3-5 and slipped from fifth place to sixth in the Atlantic Division standings because Springfield, who has one fewer point, played two fewer games.
Seven Wilkes-Barre/Scranton home games were lost the season was canceled. Team officials said that fans who purchased tickets for those can review their options here or by contacting a team representative at (570) 208-7367.
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