Time to think at the roller rink paid dividends for DeBrincat
What was the best part of working part time for his dad? For Alex DeBrincat, it was the chance to hone his hockey skills.
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My Top 5 | Alexander Wennberg
Yes, it’s puppy love for the 24-year-old Columbus Blue Jackets forward.
Self-confidence, awareness growing Tuch's game
The beast from Hockey East is now an NHL monster.
My Top 5 | 2018-19 leaders in net
These masked men have taken the opposition’s best shots and stood tall between the pipes in 2018-19.
Consummate player and teammate, Bergeron to skate in 1,000th NHL game
Patrice Bergeron, bus driver? In many ways, that’s exactly what the player on the cusp of a major milestone is.
Tenacity makes MacKinnon elite competitor – on the ice
For Cam Russell, it’s the perfect example of what makes Nathan MacKinnon an elite competitor.
Overlooked Martinez has knack for overtime production
When Alec Martinez scored the Stanley Cup-winning goal five years ago, his former collegiate coach was thrilled. But he was hardly surprised.
My Top 5 | 2018-19 GWG leaders at the break
Averaging 1.08 points per game, Gabriel Landeskog leads the way with eight in a tight race for the most game-winning goals in 2018-19 so far.
In review: 2019 NHL All-Star
The 2019 NHL All-Star Weekend will have fans and the players talking for quite some time.
My Top 5 | Blake Coleman
Pick a sport, any sport, and Blake Coleman has probably played it.
What's in a name? For the Duchenes, a little family history
Matt Duchene might not have been looking for a birthday gift, but he wound up getting a memorable one any way.
Presence, balance key for Nurse, Jankowski
The third of a five-part series highlighting the NHLPA's partnership with Kids Help Phone, members discuss the importance of balancing family and friends with a demanding career.
Special outdoor and indoor rinks gave Kyle Connor an early stage
At the age of three, Kyle Connor was already flashing his hockey skills in front of a crowd. Well, sort of.
My Top 5 | Mark Jankowski
When he’s not busy netting short-handed goals, Mark Jankowski can be found tuning in to watch some of his all time favourite big screen flicks.
From patience to personality, Hutton grateful for Mama and Papa Hutty
Ben Hutton’s initial introduction to skating was a trying time, to say the least. But thanks to his mother, he soon hit his best stride.
Hometown connection, indomitable spirit bond Dells, Ryan Straschnitzki
“He’s probably one of the nicest, fun-loving people I’ve ever met.” That’s what Aaron Dell wants the world to know about Ryan Straschnitzki.
My Top 5 | Jake Allen
As for what made his Top 5, the St. Louis netminder chose a pair of cat-related masks, one that featured a bird and two other eye-catching creations.
Hutton on Pettersson: I’m glad he’s on our side, let’s put it that way
For Ben Hutton, having Elias Pettersson as a teammate is music to his ears. Literally.
Bishop has size, but agility provides team opportunity
Ben Bishop wasted no time in impressing his coaching staff at Maine, even if he didn’t manage to get the ‘W’ in his first collegiate game.
My Top 5 | Jerry York on Brian Boyle
For Jerry York, the long-time NCAA bench boss, Boyle worked hard to make a lasting impact on and off the ice at Boston College.