Player Features

Vrbata An Ace In Phoenix

By: Chris Lomon

After honing his tennis skills this past summer, Radim Vrbata has been a key element in the Coyotes climb up the standings

November 22, 2013

1,000 Games: An Awesome Accomplishment

By: Chris Lomon

Even after 1,000 games played, Martin St. Louis’ teammates know their captain is still at the top of his game

November 20, 2013

ADRIAN AUCOIN ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 17 NHL SEASONS

By: NHLPA Media Release

Veteran defenceman of 1,108 games scored in his first career regular season game, playoff game & All-Star Game – each time on his first shot

November 19, 2013

Hanzal. So Hot Right Now.

By: Chris Lomon

After not making the playoffs last season, Hanzal and the Coyotes are once again showing their teeth in the Western Conference

November 18, 2013

Hodgson Not A Rattled Sabre

By: Chris Lomon

Cody Hodgson is staying positive in Buffalo through what has been a difficult season to date

November 15, 2013

A4A Not Just A Pet Project For Backes

By: Chris Lomon

David & Kelly Backes are taking their passion for animals to another level with the creation of Athletes For Animals

November 13, 2013

Lest We Forget

By: Chris Lomon

As we mark Remembrance/Veterans Day, NHLPA members show their respect & gratitude to the men & women who serve our nations

November 11, 2013

Let’s Go Buffalo!

By: Chris Lomon

Enroth and the Sabres have not had the start they wanted but the commitment to getting on-track remains

November 7, 2013

Player of the Week - Manny Malhotra

By: Ryan Parker

After battling through a devastating eye injury that nearly spelled the end of his professional career, Manny Malhotra returned to the NHL this past week and scored an incredible overtime winner for the Hurricanes in just his third game with the club. Manny's return to action and his play make him the Player of the Week!

November 6, 2013

It’s Movember!

By: Catherine Faas

It’s that time of year again, when moustaches are grown, awareness is spread, and money is raised to benefit men’s health initiatives. It’s Movember.

November 6, 2013

JASON ARNOTT RETIRES FROM NHL AFTER 18 SEASONS

By: NHLPA Media Release

…Stanley Cup-winning goal scorer played in 1,244 NHL Games

November 5, 2013

Brent Burns Shaves His Infamous Hair & Beard For A Good Cause

By: Catherine Faas

The San Jose Sharks defenseman shaved off his “mountain man” look this week for charity.

November 4, 2013

Dustin Brown Explains How To Combat #FOMOH In New Verizon Commercial

By: Catherine Faas

In this comical commercial for Verizon GameCenter, captain of the LA Kings, Dustin Brown, explains why you don’t have to experience #FOMOH (fear of missing out on hockey).

November 1, 2013

Bruins Support Champion Red Sox

By: Chris Lomon

Adam McQuaid & the Bruins were proud to honor the Red Sox after the team captured the World Series

November 1, 2013

Trading Places

By: Chris Lomon

Following the Matt Moulson & Thomas Vanek trade teammates on both sides give some insight into the impact on both teams

October 30, 2013

Murphy Looking Over His Shoulder

By: Chris Lomon

With all four coaches having played 1,000+ NHL games, rookie Ryan Murphy is quickly learning the NHL game in Carolina

October 28, 2013

Parenteau Likes Avs Early Success

By: Chris Lomon

With a new coach and renewed enthusiasm in Denver, P.A. Parenteau & the Avs have had a strong start

October 24, 2013

Biron Calls It A Career

By: Chris Lomon

Always a popular personality around the league, Martin Biron is moving on from the NHL after 16 seasons

October 22, 2013

ROMAN HAMRLIK RETIRES AFTER 20-YEAR NHL CAREER

By: NHLPA Staff

…former first-overall draft pick played in 1,395 NHL Games

October 21, 2013

Clarky’s Kids Are Smiling

By: Ryan Parker

NHLPA Goals & Dreams joins David Clarkson & Clarky’s Kids in donation to benefit children affected by cancer in Kitchener/Waterloo region

October 18, 2013