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

Zucker brings veteran leadership to Sabres squad eyeing postseason

Now in his 14th NHL season, Jason Zucker brings leadership to a Buffalo Sabres squad that’s heating up and making headlines.

Chris LomonApr 2, 2026 • 4 min read

Media Releases

NHLPA Goals & Dreams expands free Durham Youth Hockey Program with 25-set donation to Durham Regional Police Service

The contribution builds on last year’s 20-set donation and continues the partnership’s commitment to helping remove financial barriers and creating new opportunities for children to experience the game

NHLPA Media ReleaseApr 1, 2026 • 3 min read

Goals & Dreams

NHLPA Goals & Dreams and Nathan Walker donate 25 sets of equipment to Blues Special Hockey

“I’m very proud to support the work that Blues Special Hockey is doing to grow the game by donating 25 sets of hockey equipment through our NHLPA Goals & Dreams program. Being involved in the St. Louis community and seeing the impact our sport can have is really important to me...”

NHLPA Media ReleaseMar 30, 2026 • 2 min read

Player Features

International momentum continues to build as players look ahead to World Cup of Hockey 2028

The 2028 tournament will follow as part of a progression of international events that began a year ago with the wildly successful 4 Nations Face-Off.

Scott BurnsideMar 27, 2026 • 9 min read

Player Features

Minten’s rookie season consistency pays off for the young forward

Sitting among the top 10 for rookie scoring, Boston Bruins forward Fraser Minten speaks to his approach that has led to a breakout rookie season.

Chris LomonMar 26, 2026 • 5 min read

Media Releases

Kraft Hockeyville reveals Taber, AB and Tumbler Ridge, BC as top two finalists in 20th anniversary year

Canadians are encouraged to visit krafthockeyville.ca to cast their votes to determine the winner of Kraft Hockeyville 2026 between April 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET and April 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

NHLPA/NHL/Kraft media releaseMar 21, 2026 • 2 min read

Player Features

Johnston piecing together a career-best season

Now in his fourth NHL season with the Dallas Stars, Wyatt Johnston reflects on the success he’s had to date and what’s still to come.

Chris LomonMar 19, 2026 • 4 min read

World Down Syndrome Day Larkin McAvoy Gaudreau Carcone

Giving Back

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE, NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYERS’ ASSOCIATION & FOR BARE FEET CELEBRATE WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY WITH PLAYER-DESIGNED SOCK COLLECTION

The National Hockey League (NHL), National Hockey League Players’ Association and For Bare Feet today unveiled a special sock collection in honor of World Down Syndrome Day. Created by NHL players Michael Carcone (Utah Mammoth), Frederick Gaudreau (Seattle Kraken), Dylan Larkin (Detroit Red Wings), and Charlie McAvoy (Boston Bruins), each design was inspired by the players’ personal ties to the cause.

NHL/NHLPA Media ReleaseMar 18, 2026 • 4 min read

Player of the Week

Martin Necas

Marty is bringing the party!

Leading the league in points, Martin Necas helped the Colorado Avalanche become the first team to clinch a playoff spot while putting up a 4-game multi-point streak as 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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