The reason, just like many other sports in the world, is the spread of the corona virus.
“I'm sure all the fans along with us wanted to see the continuation of the fight in the Gagarin Cup. But in this situation, the health of the players and their loved ones, the health of club staff, employees at sports facilities and of course, fans are much more important, "Alexei Morozov, chairman of the KHL, said in a statement on the league's website.
Jokerit and Barys Nur-Sultan have previously withdrawn from the playoffs and Ak Bars Kazan has wanted to cancel the hockey season given the health situation.