Karl Alzner opts out of Phases 3 and 4 of the NHL's Return to Play plan

The defenseman will not participate in training camp or any postseason hockey in 2019-20

Karl Alzner

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By Montreal Canadiens
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MONTREAL -- The Montreal Canadiens announced on Saturday that defenseman Karl Alzner has decided to opt out of Phases 3 and 4 of the NHL's Return to Play plan

The 31-year-old blue-liner will not take part in training camp, which begins on July 13, and will not be travelling with the team to Toronto to participate in the Qualifying Round series against the Penguins.

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