National Hockey League Players’ Association

We are the exclusive collective bargaining representative of NHL players, negotiating the terms and conditions of their employment, helping to guide their careers, and promoting the game of hockey for players and fans alike.

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NHL & NHLPA News

Dive into the latest news from the world of hockey, including player interviews, the latest contract updates, and more.

Latest Updates

Player Features

Finnie siblings remain each other's biggest supporters

From sibling tussles in his Lethbridge basement to making his NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings, rookie Emmitt Finnie credits unwavering family support for his success to date.

Chris LomonNov 27, 2025 • 6 min read

NHLPA Goals & Dreams Czech Ice Hockey Association

Giving Back

NHLPA G&D, 11 Czech professional hockey players and Czech Ice Hockey Association make one of the largest single equipment donations in the charitable program’s history

125 complete sets have been donated to 11 youth Czech Republic hockey clubs, together with 11 Czech players.

NHLPA Media ReleaseNov 27, 2025 • 3 min read

Media Releases

NHL and NHLPA partner with SAP and ESPN'S 'Take Back Sports' Initiative for 2026 Innovation Competition to promote ongoing hockey growth in State of Florida

Students Invited to Share Creative Ideas and Solutions to Help Shape the Future of Hockey

NHL/NHLPA Media ReleaseNov 25, 2025 • 7 min read

Future Goals

NHL®, NHLPA, and Everfi Bring Careers in Hockey to Life for Students with New Future Goals Course

Interactive course lets students step into roles of athletic trainer, club marketing manager, and sports medicine professional.

NHL/NHLPA Media ReleaseNov 18, 2025 • 3 min read

NHLPA Goals & Dreams Global Series Stockholm

Media Releases

NHLPA Goals & Dreams and NHL Street Hockey Partner with Filip Forsberg to donate hockey equipment to celebrate international impact during 2025 NHL Global Series

Filip Forsberg, NHLPA Goals & Dreams and the NHL donate 20 full sets of ice hockey equipment and 120 sets of street hockey equipment to Leksands IF Youth Hockey

NHLPA Media ReleaseNov 14, 2025 • 4 min read

Player Features

NHL Global Series doubles as homecoming for Stockholm-born Wilsby

The 25-year-old blueliner, selected 101st overall by Nashville in the 2020 NHL Draft, will also take on the role of tour guide during the 2025 NHL Global Series.

Chris LomonNov 13, 2025 • 4 min read

Media Releases

Sense Arena & NHLPA partner to bring NHL stars to virtual reality

NHL Sense Arena becomes the first and only NHL & NHLPA licensed VR and mixed reality hockey experience.

Media ReleaseNov 5, 2025 • 4 min read

Player Features

Veleno living out childhood dream with Canadiens

Raised in the suburbs of Montreal, Joe Veleno is well acquainted with the city’s passion for the Montreal Canadiens.

Chris LomonOct 30, 2025 • 4 min read

Player of the Week

Mackenzie Blackwood

It’s too early for the giving spirit for Mackenzie Blackwood!

The netminder gave nothing away in net for the Colorado Avalanche in back-to-back brick wall performances, making 61 saves on 61 SA as our NHLPA Player of the Week.

Partnerships

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We work with leading companies to build custom sponsorships that drive real growth, through player-led campaigns, retail promotions, contests, and exclusive events designed to turn attention into action.

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The CBA

The NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the NHLPA and the NHL sets out the terms and conditions of employment for all professional hockey players playing in the National Hockey League, as well as the respective rights of the NHL Clubs, the NHL, and the NHLPA.

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