By Eben Novy-Williams After two months of speculation, negotiation and doomsday planning, it appears that major sports will be back this summer.
Owners in the NBA, whose shutdown on March 11 was a turning point for the entire industry, are voting Thursday on a proposal to host 22 teams in Orlando for a modified regular season and playoffs.
The NHL has unveiled plans for a 24-team playoff, and the MLB is negotiating with players on a possible July return. Meantime the NFL, the most visible and valuable U.S.
sports league, is re-opening facilities and planning to play in front of fans this fall. The possible returns are the result of many developments, including increased virus testing, but the motivation is clear.
Read more on variety.com