Unassuming Gaudreau still wears his heart on his sleeve
Johnny Gaudreau’s former collegiate coach remembers him in two distinct ways: the unassuming kid off the ice and the game-changing talent on it.
Chris Lomon
Girgensons all about that Christmas cheer
For Zemgus Girgensons, it really is the most wonderful time of the year.
My Top 5 | Cam Atkinson
It’s a Christmas first for Columbus Blue Jackets forward Cam Atkinson and his wife Natalie, as the couple celebrates their first Holiday season with their son Declan.
Tanev's young Christmas wish a learning experience
There was one particular Christmas present Chris Tanev pined for when he was 12.
My Top 5 | assist leaders
Consider them Santa’s little helpers, the ones who are quick to gift-wrap perfect passes for their teammates.
Open-mindedness, passion guide Byron and Nurse
The second of a five-part series highlighting the NHLPA's partnership with Kids Help Phone, Paul Byron and Darnell Nurse talk about finding and following your passion.
Oleksiak recounts eye-opening Ecuador experience
Admittedly, Jamie Oleksiak can be a little bit of a Scrooge when it comes to doing certain odd jobs around his parents’ house. But he was definitely in the giving mood over four days in Ecuador.
My Top 5 | Josh Morrissey
Although he doesn’t know what he’ll find under his Christmas tree this year, Josh Morrissey has received plenty of memorable gifts from Santa over the years.
Longevity expected to follow Horvat
GM and vice president of Horvat's former London Knights, Mark Hunter points to underrated elements of the young Vancouver Canucks forward's game.
Draisaitl an elite player – and person too
It turns out Leon Draisaitl’s popularity amongst his teammates extends far beyond what he does on the ice.
My Top 5 | Ryan Nugent-Hopkins
He’s played a leading role for the Edmonton Oilers this season, earning rave reviews for both his offensive performance and defensive prowess.
Werenski grateful to line up beside Jones
What’s the best thing about playing alongside Seth Jones? For a fellow defenceman, it’s in knowing you don’t have to face-off against him.
Classroom, on-ice work complete Kreider's hockey IQ
If the winningest coach in NCAA men’s hockey history had the time, he’d gladly take hours to talk about Chris Kreider.
Longevity, records follow Howard
During his time in the U.S. collegiate hockey ranks, goaltender Jimmy Howard set a slew of team standards for the Maine Black Bears.
My Top 5 | Vinnie Hinostroza
Although he won’t take top prize in an Iron Chef competition, the 24-year-old forward definitely knows his way around a kitchen.
There is no one healing process when it comes to losing a loved one: Foligno
Marcus Foligno thinks of his mother every day.
Giving back comes from the heart for Hamonic, Gardiner
Beginning a five-part series highlighting the NHLPA's partnership with Kids Help Phone, NHLPA members reflect on the importance of giving back.
My Top 5 | Thomas Greiss
When it comes to getting his wheels in motion, Thomas Greiss enjoys taking his love for mountain biking to new heights.
Reinhart's skill draws from multi-sport upbringing
Before he settled on hockey as his No. 1 sport, the 23-year-old was holding court as a hard-hitting lefty that netted his share of tennis hardware.
Hayes: It's never too early to get checked
Hope. It’s the one message Jimmy Hayes constantly conveys to anyone he meets whose lives are affected by cancer.