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Dan Girardi: Undrafted and unrelenting

By: Tim Wharnsby

When the New York Rangers decided to buy out the remaining three years of his contract last June, Daniel Girardi called on the same dogged determination he has exhibited throughout his career.

March 28, 2018

Top 5 | 2017-18 shots leaders

By: Chris Lomon

When it comes to loading up and letting it fly, these five stars crank it up and fire away more than any other players in the league.

March 27, 2018

Ryan Hartman's shark tale

By: Chris Lomon

It might not quite rival any of the jump-out-of-your-seat moments from the movie Jaws, but Ryan Hartman does have a decent spine-tingling shark tale to share.

March 27, 2018

Player of the Week | Kyle Connor

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Kyle Connor posted a six-point week featuring two overtime goals, moving into a tie for the rookie lead in goals, all while helping the Winnipeg Jets to close out a perfect week with a playoff berth.

March 26, 2018

In The Locker Room - William Nylander

William Nylander joins us ‘In The Locker Room’ to chat about his favourite sports other than hockey, his favourite athletes and more!

March 23, 2018

Hockey a generational bond for the Moulson family

By: Chris Lomon

The times when Shannon and Matt Moulson shared the same ice have long since passed, but their love of hockey and unwavering support of one another remains as strong as ever.

March 23, 2018

Be A Player: Rewind | Peter Forsberg

By: Nadia Vocaturo

It's 1996, and Peter Forsberg is in the midst of inspiring the future generations of players who voted him as their favourite player growing up in the 2017-18 NHLPA Player Poll!

March 22, 2018

Craftmanship a therapeutic hobby, potential second career for Smith

By: Chris Lomon

What began as a childhood bonding experience with his father has built into something truly special for Ottawa Senators forward Zack Smith.

March 22, 2018

NHLPA Agrees to Recommended Change to Rule 78.7 (ii)

By: NHLPA Media Release

The NHLPA has reviewed the NHL General Managers Recommended Change to Rule 78.7 (ii) Governing Coach’s Challenges for Goaltender Interference with our Competition Committee Members.

March 21, 2018

Stajan hits major milestone as character player, veteran leader

By: Nadia Vocaturo

What began with a simple signature on a dotted line quickly morphed into a whirlwind of flight-hopping that brought a lanky, teenaged Matt Stajan to a career in the big leagues maybe even a bit sooner than he would have dreamed.

March 21, 2018

NHLPA, NHL partner with Pure Hockey

By: Press Release

Pure Hockey, the largest hockey retailer in the U.S., announced a partnership agreement in which the retailer will serve as the Retail Partner of the National Hockey League/National Hockey League Players’ Association Learn to Play Program for U.S. Clubs.

March 21, 2018

Thomas Hickey’s 400-game milestone was worth the wait

By: Tim Wharnsby

Suiting up for 400 NHL regular-season games usually is not a big deal for a top-five draft pick, but Thomas Hickey is a unique case study, and the fact he played in his 400th game is a tribute to his perseverance.

March 21, 2018

Visa Presents: Player Q&A with Chris Tanev

By: NHLPA Staff

The fashion faux pas you won't catch Chris Tanev wearing and more in the defenceman's Q&A!

March 21, 2018

My Top 5 | Cam Atkinson

By: Chris Lomon

Which Hollywood hits made the right wing’s top five list? One of them combines hockey and golf, while another keeps bringing the 28-year-old back for more.

March 20, 2018

Now on Jets' side, teammates appreciating Stastny's repertoire

By: Chris Lomon

A home loss to Nashville was hardly cause for celebration. The play of newly acquired Paul Stastny, however, was one big bright spot.

March 20, 2018

Larry Kwong, first player of Asian heritage to appear in the NHL, dies at age 94

By: Canadian Press

Larry Kwong, the first player of Asian heritage to appear in an NHL game, has died at age 94.

March 19, 2018

Player of the Week | Alex Pietrangelo

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Alex Pietrangelo led the NHL in scoring with nine points and factored on back-to-back game-tying and game-winning goals to keep the St. Louis Blues in contention for a Western Conference wild card spot.

March 19, 2018

Talented teetotaller Patrik Laine gunning for league goal-scoring title

By: Canadian Press

Patrik Laine wants to hoist the Stanley Cup, but drinking champagne out of the hallowed trophy is another matter.

March 19, 2018

Top 4 Finalists Announced For This Year’s Kraft Hockeyville

By: Press Release

Today, Kraft Heinz, in partnership with the National Hockey League (NHL®) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA®), announced the Top 4 finalists for the Kraft Hockeyville 2018 program.

March 17, 2018

In The Locker Room - Nazem Kadri

By: Ryan Parker

We go ‘In The Locker Room’ with Nazem Kadri to pick his brain about his favourite player growing up, his favourite NHL sweater and much more!

March 16, 2018