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Hamilton brothers stick together in Calgary
There is a silent bond between brothers. That special bond connects Calgary Flames defenceman Dougie Hamilton with his older brother and teammate, Freddie.
In The Locker Room - Logan Couture
NHLPA.com caught up with Sharks forward Logan Couture for some 'this or that' questions.
Anders Lee: Winging it in Edina
What does star NHL winger Anders Lee do when he heads home during the off-season? He wings it, of course.
Player Q&A | Jacob Trouba
In this week's Player Q&A, we learn that Jacob Trouba is probably looking forward to the return of one of his favourite shows.
Martin Havlat retires after 14 NHL seasons
Martin Havlat has announced his retirement today from the NHL, following 14 seasons. The two-time NHL All-Star played in 790 regular season games.
"Happy I did everything I could."
"Hockey was my life, but the last few years, I just couldn’t play the way I wanted to play. My heart wanted to keep on going, but my body didn’t allow me to do it. I felt it was time. I know I’ve made the right decision."
My Top 5 | Andrew Ladd
One NHL Hall of Fame star made Andrew Ladd’s list of Top 5 athletes of all time. Hint: he retired from the game two days after turning 40, and counts the 2001 Ted Lindsay Award among his impressive trophy haul.
Smith's show-stopping All-Star experience
Mike Smith’s first All-Star appearance included a laid-back skate with his kids, a Hollywood-inspired goalie mask, and a have-to-see-it-to-believe-it moment during the skills competition.
T.J. Oshie destroys water bottle with laser shot
It would have been an impressive goal without the water show, but T.J.
Player of the Week | Patrick Marleau
It was a milestone in the making since his debut for the San Jose Sharks in 1997.
Shaw Proud to Serve as You Can Play Ambassador
“This is a good step in the right direction,” said Shaw. “It’s good for everyone. It’s just nice to be part of this.”
On Location - 2017 NHL All-Star
With Los Angeles as the backdrop for the 2017 NHL All-Star festivities, we asked players about their experiences rubbing elbows with film and music superstars.
A tribute to Chimera’s 1,000th game
Ice Cheetah, ChimDawg - you don’t get nicknames like that without the play, and personality to match them.
Dorsett motivated along road to recovery
Each Tuesday, Derek Dorsett is greeted by the familiar sound on his cell phone, a weekly reminder of the date he underwent surgery. And every time the 30-year-old hears that ping, it inspires him to find his way back onto the ice and to the game he loves.
Kris Letang Visits Penguin Named After Him
The Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman and his family paid a visit to the local zoo to visit a special bird with his namesake.
HOCKEY IS FOR EVERYONE MONTH BEGINS TODAY
Campaign will celebrate diversity, inclusion initiatives every day this month.
Player Q&A | Erik Karlsson
In this week's Player Q&A, we learn where Erik Karlsson would take his now fiancée - and based on his marriage proposal, you know what they'd be eating.
My Top 5 | Tomas Tatar
When he’s not patrolling left wing for the Red Wings, Tomas Tatar likes to unwind and watch some of his favourite big screen and TV stars in action.
Bickells connect love of dogs to fight MS
You’d be hard-pressed to find a better team than Bryan and Amanda Bickell. Bryan’s MS remains a top priority, as does finding ways to help others affected, and of course, the couple found a way to incorporate their passion for pitbull-type dogs.
Player of the Week | Wayne Simmonds
The 2017 NHL All-Star Game has come and gone, but it won't be one that NHLPA.com Player of the Week, Wayne Simmonds, will soon forget.