Player Features
Sarah Nurse reflects on long, triumphed road to inaugural PWHL season
The PWHL Toronto forward has been an integral part of helping build a sustainable professional women’s league.
Ugly sweaters and acting debuts, Matthews stars with SickKids
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has teamed up with Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds for a fundraising ad in support of SickKids.
Kempe aims to keep momentum of career-best season
On the heels of consecutive 30-plus goal campaigns, Adrian Kempe continues to build on his standout 2022-23 season with a hungry Los Angeles Kings team.
NHLPA Goals & Dreams, players and Hyundai Canada make surprise donations
Twelve NHL players surprised Canadian youth hockey organizations recently with over $100,000 in equipment and monetary donations.
Wideman turns injury into off-ice success
Chris Wideman and his wife, Caroline, never thought they would be in the hair salon business. The Montreal Canadiens defenceman shares his journey through NHLPA UNLMT.
DeBrincat’s hometown dream bolstered with Kane reunion
Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat spent five seasons together as members of the Chicago Blackhawks prior to reconnecting in Detroit.
Faber draws inspiration from sister, Paige, on rise to the NHL
Brock Faber’s sister, Paige, a star athlete and member of Minnesota Special Hockey, shares her younger brother’s love for the game.
Third time’s the charm for Gagner in Edmonton
Currently in his third stint with the Oilers, Sam Gagner happily returned to the city of Edmonton, which has long felt like home.
Nick Foligno embraces leadership role as opportunity to pay it forward
With a focus on helping his younger Chicago Blackhawks teammates succeed, Nick Foligno’s own recent milestone caught him off guard.
Chiarot family, Scotland’s Yard work to improve local pediatric cancer care
Detroit Red Wings defenceman Ben Chiarot and his wife, Jacqueline, have helped raise $3 million for the cause.
Community giving has deep meaning for Tuch
A holiday toy drive is just the latest way Alex Tuch is giving back as he continues to grow the AT9 Foundation.
Fabbri brothers share special bond and a similar skillset
Detroit Red Wings forward, Robby Fabbri, credits his brother, Len, for influencing his play on the ice and support away from the rink.
Boston blue line keeping Shattenkirk hungry
Now a veteran presence with the Boston Bruins in his 14th NHL season, Kevin Shattenkirk has come a long way since his collegiate days as a Terrier – but he’s not done learning.
Eberle looks to have lasting impact with Sticks & Strings Foundation
Jordan Eberle and his wife, Lauren, founded Sticks & Strings in 2022 and have already made an impact in the community.
Toffoli’s extended hockey family continues to grow
Now playing with his fifth NHL team as a member of the New Jersey Devils, Tyler Toffoli is no stranger to making new friends.
Mangiapane bakes up new initiative for Calgary youth
Andrew Mangiapane has launched Mange’s Breadsticks, a program designed for at-risk youth and supported by the Flames Foundation and the Calgary Italian Open Society.
Anton Forsberg anticipates career highlight with 2023 NHL Global Series
After his own experience witnessing NHL action on home soil, it’s now Anton Forsberg’s turn to inspire Swedish youngsters with an NHL dream.
Skjei carrying confidence on the Carolina blueline
Following a career-high in goals last season with the Hurricanes, Brady Skjei remains motivated to bring a Stanley Cup to Carolina.
Couturier feeling like a rookie again in return
Sean Couturier returned to the ice in September after a near two-year absence.
Byfield looking sharp in strong kick off to 2023-24 season
Quinton Byfield is going on record – he’s bringing back the bow tie and is equipped to stand out everywhere he goes with the Los Angeles Kings this season.