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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Newsroom

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

Growing the game in Utah remains priority for O’Brien

Giving back at the grassroots level, Liam O’Brien aims to grow hockey in Utah with a new clothing line inspired by his “spicy” nickname.

Chris LomonJan 8, 2026 • 4 min read

Media Releases

Kraft Hockeyville extends community impact with biggest prize pool yet to celebrate 20th anniversary

Nominations are open for all-new Provincial & Territorial winners, offering over one million dollars in community prizing.

NHLPA/NHL/Kraft media releaseJan 5, 2026 • 4 min read

International

Olympic rosters announced for Milano Cortina 2026

Federations will continue to announce their rosters throughout early January.

NHLPA.com StaffDec 31, 2025 • 8 min read

Player Features

Reinhart warmed up ahead of second career NHL Winter Classic

The Florida Panthers will take on the New York Rangers on Jan. 2 at LoanDepot Park.

Chris LomonDec 31, 2025 • 4 min read

Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders signs on as Hockey Fights Cancer champion.

Player Features

Schaefer signs on as Hockey Fights Cancer Champion

A quicky standout on and off the ice, Matthew Schaefer has become an official Hockey Fights Cancer champion, serving as an ambassador to the joint initiative of the NHLPA and NHL, powered by the V Foundation for Cancer Research.

Chris LomonDec 21, 2025 • 5 min read

Brandon Bussi of the Carolina Hurricanes

Player Features

Record-setting Bussi remains focused on the present

After spending years in the minor leagues, Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi starts his NHL career on a record-setting note.

Chris LomonDec 19, 2025 • 4 min read

Scott Wedgewood of the Colorado Avalanche

Player Features

How a change in mindset is paying off in Wedgewood’s game

Scott Wedgewood has played an integral role in the early success of the Colorado Avalanche – the netminder opens up about his approach to the game and hiring a sports psychologist.

Chris LomonDec 12, 2025 • 6 min read

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

Player of the Week

Nikita Kucherov

Nikita Kucherov extended his 6-game point streak into 2026, leading the league with 6 goals and tallying a total 9 points as the NHLPA Player of the Week.

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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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