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

Player Features

Oettinger Olympic experience made sweeter with family

For Jake Oettinger, the Olympic experience is made possible, and made sweeter, with family.

Scott BurnsideFeb 16, 2026 • 3 min read

Player Features

Doughty brings veteran Olympic experience to Team Canada

In search of his third Olympic gold medal, 36-year-old Drew Doughty brings a poised veteran presence to Team Canada.

Scott BurnsideFeb 16, 2026 • 7 min read

Player Features

Spacek Olympic legacy carried on in Milan

There are all kinds of intersecting narratives when it comes to David Spacek’s presence on the Czechia Olympic squad and his father, Jaroslav, who has significant Olympic presence for the nation.

Scott BurnsideFeb 15, 2026 • 5 min read

Player Features

Finns tuning out the noise, lean on veteran experience

Having been here before, the pressure doesn’t faze Team Finland.

Scott BurnsideFeb 14, 2026 • 3 min read

Player Features

Historic Olympic rivalries and matchups highlight Day 3

Finland and Sweden, Switzerland and Canada – all have their own history at the Olympic Games.

Scott BurnsideFeb 13, 2026 • 7 min read

Player Features

Day 1 at Milano Cortina 2026 shows it’s anybody’s game

With men’s ice hockey games officially underway in Milan, players are taking nothing for granted as the action – and rivalries – heat up.

Scott BurnsideFeb 12, 2026 • 7 min read

Player Features

Olympic allegiances see NHL loyalties put on pause

Swapping an NHL jersey for a national team one, NHL players put their friendships on hold while reigniting old ones at Milano Cortina 2026.

Scott BurnsideFeb 11, 2026 • 8 min read

Player Features

Landeskog serving as captain and an inspiration to teammates

There were days he thought he wouldn’t be standing in this position – but Gabriel Landeskog’s determination has him serving as Team Sweden’s captain and an inspiration to players at Milano Cortina 2026.

Scott BurnsideFeb 10, 2026 • 6 min read

Player of the Week

Evan Bouchard

Celebrating his 400th NHL game with his first career hat trick and 6-point night started the week off right for Evan Bouchard!

The Edmonton Oilers blueliner went on to lead all defencemen in points along a four-game point streak 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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