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My Top 5 | Shutout Stars

By: Chris Lomon

From Stanley Cup champs to gold medal Olympians, these five netminders give their respective teams net gains every time they’re between the pipes.

August 15, 2017

Hamilton Brothers' special connection to Brock Niagara Penguins

By: Chris Lomon

“These kids look up to the [Hamilton] brothers," says executive director Karen Natho of the Brock Niagara Penguins, "But not just because they are hockey players. They are strong mentors and wonderful people.”

August 15, 2017

Gibson Gives Ducks Net Gains

By: Chris Lomon

As a kid, it was all about the march of the Penguins for goaltender John Gibson. These days, it’s all about helping lead the Ducks.

August 10, 2017

Player Q&A | Colton Parayko

By: NHLPA Staff

The winter sport Colton Parayko hasn't tried? Find out in this week's Player Q&A!

August 9, 2017

My Top 5 | Chris Tierney

By: NHLPA Staff

For the most part, it’s been a laid-back, easy-going type of off-season for Chris Tierney. While there was no Shark Week viewing for the San Jose forward, there was plenty of family time and memorable vacations.

August 8, 2017

Louie Wheeler gives second life to dad's big goal

By: Chris Lomon

Blake Wheeler didn’t realize it’s been 10 years since he scored ‘the goal.’ But he’s had plenty of reminders through reenactments from a familiar face.

August 8, 2017

A Captain, an Olympian - 'The Truth'

By: Chris Lomon

He's a captain, an Olympian, and a great leader - and that's The Truth.

August 3, 2017

Predators captain Fisher retires after 17 seasons in NHL

By: The Canadian Press

Nashville Predators forward Mike Fisher has retired in what he calls the hardest decision he's had to make, leaving the defending Stanley Cup finalists in need of a new captain.

August 3, 2017

Player Q&A | Leo Komarov

By: NHLPA Staff

What would Leo Komarov's chosen profession be if he wasn't a hockey player? The answer may surprise you as much as his favourite NHL jersey growing up!

August 2, 2017

Calvert raises $50K for hometown hospital with inaugural event

By: Nadia Vocaturo

The inaugural Matt Calvert Charity Shootout was a success as Calvert, from Brandon, Man. helped raise $50,000 for the Palliative Care Unit at the Brandon Regional Health Centre.

August 2, 2017

Salary Arbitration Schedule

By: NHLPA Staff

Arbitration hearings are being held in Toronto from July 20 to August 4, 2017.

August 2, 2017

My Top 5 | Draw Artists

By: Chris Lomon

Need to win a faceoff at a crucial point in a game? Then look no further than these five players, forwards with a flair for winning puck battles.

August 1, 2017

McDavid humbled by Bouchard's athleticism

By: Chris Lomon

Just ahead of the Rogers Cup, Connor McDavid took on his sporting counterparts in a five-event face-off at Toronto’s Kew Beach Tennis Club July 26.

August 1, 2017

Giordano first NHL player to win prestigious ESPY

By: Tim Wharnsby

When Mark Giordano and his wife Lauren imagined and established Team Giordano three years ago they didn’t set out to win awards for their charity work.

July 31, 2017

Hall travels West for unforgettable experience

By: Chris Lomon

Taylor Hall did something over the off-season he’s never done before. Now, the left winger is hoping to do something he’s yet to experience in his NHL career.

July 27, 2017

Player Q&A | Chris Tierney

By: NHLPA Staff

This week's Player Q&A features Chris Tierney, a forward for the San Jose Sharks who hails from Keswick, Ontario.

July 26, 2017

Smashfest the perfect setting for budding Maple Leafs

By: Chris Lomon

In the minutes leading up to the start of Smashfest VI, 23-year old Connor Carrick couldn’t help but take a playful poke at a pair of fellow Maple Leafs standing just a couple feet away.

July 25, 2017

My Top 5 | Antoine Roussel

By: Chris Lomon

It’s been a busy, but memorable NHL off-season for Antoine Roussel, including another cherished chance to play for his country on the world hockey stage.From concerts to family time to suiting up for France at the IIHF World Championship, Roussel presents his Top 5 Off-Season moments.

July 25, 2017

Smashfest hits record total as Eaves is crowned champion for third time

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Created and hosted by Dominic Moore and supported by the NHLPA, Smashfest continued to grow its efforts Thursday to help fund concussion and rare cancer research with Smashfest VI, one of the most unique charitable experiences that has now raised over $665,000 to date.

July 21, 2017

Bieksa proud to return support to wife, Katie

By: Chris Lomon

Described as a, ‘thrilling, delicious and sometimes heartbreaking journey into the darkness of the fears we all share and the wreckage they can leave in their wake,’ Newport Jane, by Katie Bieksa, has garnered excellent reviews since the book was released on June 14. No need to ask how thrilled Kevin is for his wife.

July 19, 2017