National Hockey League Players’ Association

We are the exclusive collective bargaining representative of NHL players, negotiating the terms and conditions of their employment, helping to guide their careers, and promoting the game of hockey for players and fans alike.

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NHL & NHLPA News

Dive into the latest news from the world of hockey, including player interviews, the latest contract updates, and more.

Latest Updates

Media Releases

More kids playing hockey than ever before in NHLPA, NHL and 32 club programs

Youth hockey participation hits record high driven by on-ice and street hockey programs.

NHL/NHLPA Media ReleaseApr 10, 2026 • 11 min read

Player Features

Danault plants seeds for playoff success in Montreal

In his second run as a member of the Montreal Canadiens, Phillip Danault reflects on team success this season and the hobby that keeps him grounded.

Chris LomonApr 9, 2026 • 3 min read

Media Releases

NHL and NHLPA via the Industry Growth Fund to award $2.5 million grant to Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens

New community clubhouse to feature dedicated hockey innovation space.

NHL/NHLPA Media ReleaseApr 7, 2026 • 3 min read

Media Releases

Taber, AB named winner of Kraft Hockeyville 2026

Taber, Alberta will receive $250,000 for rink upgrades and host an NHL® Pre-Season game, with the runner-up, Tumbler Ridge, BC, receiving $100,000 Both communities will also receive $10,000 in new hockey equipment from NHLPA Goals & Dreams and the NHL/NHLPA Industry Growth Fund.

NHLPA/NHL/Kraft media releaseApr 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Player Features

Zucker brings veteran leadership to Sabres squad eyeing postseason

Now in his 14th NHL season, Jason Zucker brings leadership to a Buffalo Sabres squad that’s heating up and making headlines.

Chris LomonApr 2, 2026 • 4 min read

Media Releases

NHLPA Goals & Dreams expands free Durham Youth Hockey Program with 25-set donation to Durham Regional Police Service

The contribution builds on last year’s 20-set donation and continues the partnership’s commitment to helping remove financial barriers and creating new opportunities for children to experience the game

NHLPA Media ReleaseApr 1, 2026 • 3 min read

Goals & Dreams

NHLPA Goals & Dreams and Nathan Walker donate 25 sets of equipment to Blues Special Hockey

“I’m very proud to support the work that Blues Special Hockey is doing to grow the game by donating 25 sets of hockey equipment through our NHLPA Goals & Dreams program. Being involved in the St. Louis community and seeing the impact our sport can have is really important to me...”

NHLPA Media ReleaseMar 30, 2026 • 2 min read

Player Features

International momentum continues to build as players look ahead to World Cup of Hockey 2028

The 2028 tournament will follow as part of a progression of international events that began a year ago with the wildly successful 4 Nations Face-Off.

Scott BurnsideMar 27, 2026 • 9 min read

Player of the Week

Clayton Keller

Leading the league with 9 points in just 3 games played, Clayton Keller also helped lead his Utah Mammoth to their first ever Stanley Cup Playoff berth as NHLPA Player of the Week.

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The CBA

The NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the NHLPA and the NHL sets out the terms and conditions of employment for all professional hockey players playing in the National Hockey League, as well as the respective rights of the NHL Clubs, the NHL, and the NHLPA.

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