Hockey Fights Cancer

Lindblom, teammates reflect on inspirational journey to recovery

By: Chris Lomon

Sean Couturier takes a momentary pause when Oskar Lindblom’s name is mentioned. Carter Hart does the same. So too, does Travis Sanheim.

November 5, 2020

22nd annual Hockey Fights Cancer initiative underway

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The campaign that has been uniting the hockey community in support of people impacted by cancer and their families since 1998, is underway this month of November.

November 2, 2020

Hinostroza draws inspiration from new friend, Leighton

By: Chris Lomon

If Vinnie Hinostroza is ever in need of a little inspiration, he doesn’t have to look any further than his locker room stall.

November 26, 2019

Schenn a proud advocate for blood and stem cell donation

By: Chris Lomon

Brayden Schenn doesn’t post a great deal on Twitter. But this summer, he had a special message to share.

November 21, 2019

Del Zotto finds perspective, deeper purpose in off-ice role

By: Chris Lomon

A 200-kilometer charity bike ride turned out to be a life-changing experience for Michael Del Zotto.

November 12, 2019

DeMelo bringing visibility to blood cancers, LLSC

By: Chris Lomon

Dylan DeMelo wanted to shine the light on a serious disease. So that’s exactly what he did. Literally.

November 5, 2019

Movember launches 2019 Moustache Cup Challenge

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The Moustache Cup will see players go head-to-head in a month-long fundraising challenge to support Movember 2019.

November 4, 2019

Eddie Olczyk named ambassador for 21st annual Hockey Fights Cancer initiative

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

American Cancer Society, Canadian Cancer Society and Movember return as partners.

November 1, 2019

At the rink and away from it, Moore thankful for Olczyk's impact

By: Tim Wharnsby

The 2019 Winter Classic at Notre Dame Stadium will be extra special for John Moore, who knows hockey wasn't always so popular near his suburban Chicago hometown.

November 28, 2018

There is no one healing process when it comes to losing a loved one: Foligno

By: Chris Lomon

Marcus Foligno thinks of his mother every day.

November 21, 2018

Hayes: It's never too early to get checked

By: Chris Lomon

Hope. It’s the one message Jimmy Hayes constantly conveys to anyone he meets whose lives are affected by cancer.

November 15, 2018

Boyles a family of fighters

By: Tim Wharnsby

Brian Boyle understandably becomes emotional when queried about what the past three weeks have been like for him.

November 14, 2018

Hockey Fights Cancer underway – donate now!

By: NHLPA Staff

Hockey Fights Cancer runs for the month of November.

November 6, 2018

12 years later, Kathy Kessel recalls son's promise

By: Chris Lomon

Kathy Kessel walked towards her son’s car at Logan International Airport. She found herself at a loss for words. What Phil said brought a tear to her eye and a smile to her face.

November 1, 2018

20th annual Hockey Fights Cancer begins today

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Hockey Fights Cancer will feature special events, observances, and stories from people around the hockey community.

November 1, 2018

It's game on for J.T. Brown as career path winds back home

By: Chris Lomon

When J.T. Brown says “Game On!” he’s not messing around.

August 2, 2018

Timmyheads: Schaller brotherly homage spurred by life-saving donation

By: Chris Lomon

Dave Schaller doesn’t have a swelled head when it comes to his younger brother Tim’s NHL career. He does, however, sport a big head – 3 ½-feet high, to be exact.

February 15, 2018

NHL AND NHLPA ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER INITIATIVE BEGINS TODAY

By: Media Release

Nicholle Anderson has been named Hockey Fights Cancer Ambassador while the American Cancer Society, Canadian Cancer Society, and Movember Foundation have been named Official Partners.

November 1, 2017

ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER CAMPAIGN NOW UNDERWAY

By: NHLPA Staff

Hockey Fights Cancer™, a joint initiative founded by the NHL and NHLPA, begins with programming and Club participation October 24 and runs until November 18.

October 24, 2016

Duchene All Smiles In Helping Haven

By: Chris Lomon

Matt Duchene has developed a strong friendship with five-year-old Haven Anderson as she battles cancer

March 4, 2016