Chris Lomon

Jokinen, Lehtinen, reunite for Team Finland

By: Chris Lomon

Jussi Jokinen has plenty of praise for the way former teammate and current Team Finland GM Jere Lehtinen played the game. Turns out, the feeling’s mutual.

September 16, 2016

MORGAN RIELLY KEEPS HIS EYE ON THE PRIZE

By: Chris Lomon

Morgan Rielly might be mum when it comes to what he won during his visit to the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), but he has plenty to say about the World Cup of Hockey.

September 16, 2016

My Hometown: Matt Duchene

By: Chris Lomon

Just before Duchene and Team Canada take to the ice for their first round-robin game of the World Cup of Hockey, the 25-year-old spoke with NHLPA.com about his beloved hometown.

September 15, 2016

Sedin twins look to net hockey and horse racing gold

By: Chris Lomon

Daniel and Henrik Sedin are hoping to celebrate a win of a different kind with their star horse, Nahar, one night before Sweden begins their quest for World Cup of Hockey gold.

September 12, 2016

My Hometown: Brandon Saad

By: Chris Lomon

One of the NHL’s most dynamic young forwards, Brandon Saad will suit up for Team North America at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey. Before the puck drops, Saad takes fans on a tour of his hometown of Gibsonia, Pennsylvania.

September 12, 2016

Komarov all systems go for another shot at international hockey glory

By: Chris Lomon

Ask Leo Komarov about the state of his golf game and there’s no trace of enthusiasm in his voice. Ask him about suiting up for Team Finland at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey, however, and you get a decidedly different response.

September 9, 2016

My Hometown: Tomas Tatar

By: Chris Lomon

Before he suits up with Team Europe, Tomas Tatar talks about his hometown in Slovakia, and what’s on the menu when he gets there.

September 8, 2016

Sbisa looks to reach World Cup summit with Team Europe

By: Chris Lomon

After conquering Mt. Kilimanjaro this summer, the 26-year-old defenceman sets his sights on hockey gold.

September 7, 2016

Vlasic still a big Pavel Bure fan

By: Chris Lomon

Team Canada D-man talks Russian Rocket, World Cup of Hockey, and playing with Sid the Kid.

August 31, 2016

Mitchell and Hamhuis commit to environment as new owners of Tofino marina

By: Chris Lomon

Proud British Columbia boys Dan Hamhuis, Willie Mitchell, and business partner Andrew Purdey are the proud new owners of a 63-room Marina West Motel on a four-acre property located on the outskirts of one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations - Tofino B.C.

August 24, 2016

van Riemsdyk ready to take his best shot at World Cup

By: Chris Lomon

For an athlete that knows a thing or two about hitting the target, it’s somewhat of a surprising answer that James van Riemsdyk gives when it comes to the Summer Olympics sport he’d be least successful at.

August 19, 2016

Schneider Excited For World Cup Opportunity

By: Chris Lomon

With the World Cup of Hockey 2016 just around the corner, the Rio Olympics are providing inspiration for USA goalie Cory Schneider

August 10, 2016

Roussel Ready To Roll

By: Chris Lomon

After a disaspointing playoff exit, Antoine Roussel is looking forward to another crack at success this season in Dallas

August 4, 2016

Summer Swimming By For Burrows

By: Chris Lomon

What’s the one thing – other than seeing his children working on their aquatic skills – that goes through Alex Burrows’ mind at the swimming pool? Spoiler alert: it’s hockey.

July 28, 2016

Nielsen Revved Up About Playing In Motor City

By: Chris Lomon

A new team. A baby on the way. Winter Olympic qualifications. World Cup of Hockey. It’s safe to say Frans Nielsen is a busy man these days.

July 18, 2016

Wayne Simmonds: Making Hockey Dreams Come True

By: Chris Lomon

Wayne Simmonds doesn’t need the NHL season to be a difference maker. Just ask anyone who has ever been to his annual summer charity event.

July 12, 2016

Nurse Lending A Helping Hand

By: Chris Lomon

Darnell Nurse just one of many Players who will join fellow NHLPA members in charitable endeavors over the course of the summer of 2016

July 4, 2016

Lecavalier Leaves A Legacy

By: Chris Lomon

A Stanley Cup, a scoring title, devoted charity & lasting friendships are what Vincent Lecavalier built over a 17 year career

June 27, 2016

The Fire Burns In Bryz

By: Chris Lomon

After a restful and healing season away, Ilya Bryzgalov is focused & driven to get back into an NHL crease.

June 16, 2016

Pittsburgh Takes the 2016 Cup

By: Chris Lomon

The Pittsburgh Penguins captured the 2016 Stanley Cup, defeating the San Jose Sharks in the Final with a 3-1 victory in Game 6 at SAP Center in San Jose on Sunday night.

June 12, 2016