Media Releases

NHLPA releases results from Independent Review

By: NHLPA Media Release

The NHLPA has released the independent review of the NHLPA’s response in late 2010 and early 2011 to reports that Kyle Beach was sexually abused by a Chicago Blackhawks coach.

April 16, 2022

NHL and NHLPA celebrate women on and off the ice for Gender Equality Month

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The NHL and NHLPA are celebrating International Women’s Day and Gender Equality Month by sharing stories of women who are moving the game forward.

March 8, 2022

Great Clips® celebrates hockey hair with interactive microsite featuring quizzes, meme content and fan giveaways

By: Media Release

Fans can take hockey hair personality quizzes for the chance to win prizes and VIP NHL® experiences.

March 1, 2022

NHLPA, NHL and TikTok announce partnership

By: Media Release

TikTok tailgate stage at upcoming NHL outdoor games to feature live musical performances by TikTok fan-favorite artists.

February 23, 2022

Kraft Hockeyville 2022 nominations open to help ignite passionate hockey communities across the country

Hockey-loving Canadian communities will rally together for the chance to host an NHL® preseason game and receive $250,000 in arena upgrades .

February 22, 2022

NHL and NHLPA celebrate Black History Month

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The NHL and NHLPA will celebrate Black History Month with 28 days of storytelling, new original content series.

February 1, 2022

NHL, NHLPA issue updates to COVID-19 protocol

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The NHLPA and NHL have announced updates to their COVID-19 Protocol, coming into effect immediately following the club's last game before All-Star break.

January 31, 2022

NHLPA launches Assists in Action to celebrate five years of partnership with Kids Help Phone

By: NHLPA Media Release

For every assist recorded by an NHL player this season, the NHLPA will donate $7 to Kids Help Phone programming.

January 20, 2022

NHL & NHLPA issue update on COVID Protocol

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The updated Protocol includes modifications to testing, pending review and agreement by Jan. 31.

January 18, 2022

NHL and NHLPA agree to modify COVID protocol

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The modification will reduce the isolation period after a positive test from 10 days to five days for fully vaccinated Players who meet the required conditions. All personnel will continue to comply with health and safety regulations in their jurisdictions.

December 29, 2021

NHL, NHLPA agree to temporary changes to CBA, including reintroduction of taxi squads

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Three additional games have been postponed for COVID-related reasons.

December 26, 2021

NHL, NHLPA agree to begin holiday break after Tuesday’s games, resume practices on Dec. 26, game schedule on Dec. 27

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Remaining games scheduled for December 23 postponed.

December 20, 2021

NHLPA, NHL agree to continue regular-season schedule; discussion on Olympic participation ongoing with final determination expected in the coming days

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Cross-border games through December 23 postponed.

December 19, 2021

NHLPA, NHL Announce Enhanced COVID-19 Measures

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

These enhanced measures will remain in place through the Holiday season and the New Year.

December 18, 2021

NHL and NHLPA ‘Future Goals Virtual Science Fair Presented by SAP’ opens today

Students in Grades 4-8 Encouraged to Submit Sustainability-Themed Hockey Projects.

November 8, 2021

NHL alumnus Dominic Moore Named 2021 Hockey Fights Cancer Ambassador

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

American Cancer Society and Canadian Cancer Society Return as Partners.

November 1, 2021

NHLPA and NHL® agree to long-term trading card license extensions with Upper Deck

By: NHLPA/NHL/Upper Deck media release

Rights Expanded to Include NFT Trading Cards.

October 25, 2021

NHLPA statement on behalf of Evander Kane

By: NHLPA Media Release

The National Hockey League Players’ Association is releasing the following statement at the request of Evander Kane.

October 18, 2021

NHLPA, NHL announce transition rules, critical dates for 2021-22 season

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Transition rules and critical dates for the 2021-22 NHL season have been released.

September 29, 2021

2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ to feature Toronto Maple Leafs against Buffalo Sabres at Tim Hortons Field

By: NHL media release

Puck drop on the 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ is set for March 13, 2022 in Hamilton, Ont.

September 16, 2021