Player Features
Simmonds: We want to make it comfortable for everyone to come to the rink
Wayne Simmonds, who recently took part in a webinar discussion on the lessons learned from "Willie, looks to help build an inclusive future as part of the Hockey Diversity Alliance.
Seabrook's latest donation continues commitment to Chicago students
One of the longest-serving players in Chicago Blackhawks’ history keeps coming up with new ways to give back.
Watson reflects on recovery process after meaningful visit
Austin Watson exhales slowly before he starts to answer. He doesn’t shy away from telling his story.
Nilsson's goal an inclusive world for kids, teenagers
Anders Nilsson will never mask his support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Talbot helps Alabama-Huntsville hockey program charge on
Cam Talbot, who played three seasons [2007-10] in net for the Chargers, is understandably thrilled to see hockey play on at UAH. He's not alone.
Rebuild Minnesota: Dumba looks to help leave lasting difference
As he sat watching the television, Dumba felt much farther away than the 1,900 kilometers between where he was in Calgary and his NHL home in Minneapolis.
Inspired by friend Demitra, Tatar pays it forward with hometown hockey club visit
Tomáš Tatar’s recent visit with kids at his hometown hockey club was about remembering the past, embracing the present, and inspiring the future.
The Heart’s Playbook: The Foligno family journey
The Heart’s Playbook serves as a platform for Nick and Janelle Foligno to share their life story and how they navigate obstacles and opportunity, as a way to inspire others.
Del Zotto takes off-ice game to a new level
Whether it’s raising money, awareness or the roof, Michael Del Zotto is taking his off-ice profile to a whole new level.
Players committed to education, action to combat racial injustice
The words they choose are different, but for Patrice Bergeron and Adam Henrique, the message and the sentiment are very much the same.
Unlikely friendship becomes one of league's best bromances
From lining up on the opposite sides of the international puck to suiting up as NHL teammates, Chabot and White's friendship has become a fan favourite.
Atkinson hosting virtual 5K for COVID-19 testing machine
Cam Atkinson is raising funds for a COVID-19 testing machine through his upcoming Force Network Fund Virtual 5K with plenty of support from his Columbus Blue Jackets teammates.
Miracle in the making: Turris bringing awareness to local baseball league
It was last spring when Scott Tygard, president and executive director of the Miracle League of Music City, met Kyle Turris at a baseball park in Nashville.
Allen, players step up in wake of Nova Scotia tragedy
Jake Allen is hoping that social media sharing, a signed goalie stick and a game-used blocker can play a part in raising funds for those affected by the Nova Scotia shooting.
Miller raising funds for food banks through Steadfast Foundation auction
Just like the name of his charitable foundation, Ryan Miller is steadfast in his desire to make a difference.
Maroon and family generosity connects community through food
Wanting to do something was the easy part. Knowing what it would be was a little more difficult.
A socially distant visit boosts Dubois and grandparents' spirits
Pierre-Luc Dubois’ fan base just got a whole lot bigger.
Reaves answers call for local youth through NHLPA G&D
Ryan Reaves doesn’t need to be wearing his No. 75 Vegas Golden Knights sweater to be a difference-maker.
Gallagher mastering TikTok – and french
And the award for Best Performance By A Pro Hockey Player on TikTok goes to… Brendan Gallagher.
New dad van Riemsdyk finding silver linings
When it came to his pregnant wife cutting his hair, James van Riemsdyk decided to just go with flow.