Media Releases
NHLPA, NHL announce 2020-21 medical protocols, transition rules and approval of a change to NHL Rule 83
The NHL and NHLPA announced today applicable medical protocols, transition rules for the 2020-21 season, which include information relating to critical dates and the formal approval of a change to NHL Rule 83 (Off-side).
NHL, NHLPA announce plans for 2020-21 regular season and playoffs
The NHLPA and NHL announced today an agreement to play a 2020-21 regular-season schedule of 56 games.
Electronic Arts, NHL and NHLPA extend multi-year deal
The new agreement will allow EA SPORTS™ to continue to bring their games to millions of players worldwide for years to come.
22nd annual Hockey Fights Cancer initiative underway
The campaign that has been uniting the hockey community in support of people impacted by cancer and their families since 1998, is underway this month of November.
EA Sports Launches NHL 21 Video Game
Extensive Improvements in Gameplay with Innovative Moves on Both Sides of the Puck Give Players More Ways to Show off Their Skills.
2020 Salary Arbitration schedule
Salary Arbitration hearings will be held from Oct. 20 to Nov. 8, 2020.
26 Players Elect Salary Arbitration
The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) has announced the 26 players who have elected Salary Arbitration.
NHL, NHLPA announce target date for 2020-21 season
The NHLPA and NHL announced today that they will target Jan. 1 for the start of the 2020-21 regular season.
Norqain Celebrates NHLPA Partnership With Limited Edition Launch
The new Adventure Sport Chrono NHLPA Limited Edition is limited to 500 pieces and features unique design details.
NHL announces protocol for off-season training
The NHL has announced the Protocol for Off-Season Training ahead of the 2020-21 season, which is effective for each Club at the conclusion of the 2020 Stanley Cup Final.
Leon Draisaitl receives players' vote for 2019-20 Ted Lindsay Award
Leon Draisaitl of the Edmonton Oilers has received the players’ vote for the 2019-20 Ted Lindsay Award (TLA), presented annually “to the most outstanding player in the NHL,” as voted by fellow NHLPA members.
NHL announces initiatives to combat racism; accelerate its inclusion efforts
The League and its Member Clubs, along with the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) have committed to a number of other specific initiatives.
El Paso is named Kraft Hockeyville USA 2020
Kraft Heinz, together with the NHL and the NHLPA, is proud to announce that El Paso County Coliseum in El Paso, Texas is officially Kraft Hockeyville™ USA 2020.
Statement from NHLPA and NHL
After much discussion, NHL Players believe that the best course of action would be to take a step back and not play tonight’s and tomorrow’s games as scheduled. The NHL supports the Players’ decision and will reschedule those four games beginning Saturday and adjust the remainder of the Second Round schedule accordingly.
Kraft Hockeyville USA announces Top 4 Finalists; Live voting begins August 29
Kraft Heinz, along with the NHL and the NHLPA, are excited to announce the top four finalists competing to become Kraft Hockeyville™ USA 2020.
Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador crowned Kraft Hockeyville 2020
Kraft Heinz Canada, in partnership with the NHL and the NHLPA, are pleased to announce that Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador is the Kraft Hockeyville 2020 champion.
2019-20 Player Playoff Fund distribution
A breakdown of the 2019-20 Player Fund.
Kraft Hockeyville announces Canada’s 2020 top 4 community finalists
Kraft Heinz Canada, in partnership with the NHL and the NHLPA, announced the Top 4 Canadian communities that are competing for the coveted title of Kraft Hockeyville 2020.
Hockey leaders join forces to help kids get back on the ice
The NHL, NHLPA, Bauer Hockey and Hockey Canada have launched a Hockey Equipment Relief Program to help families financially impacted by COVID-19 to get their kids back on the ice.
2019-20 Ted Lindsay Award finalists: Draisaitl, MacKinnnon, Panarin
The NHLPA has announced the three finalists for the 2019-20 Ted Lindsay Award are forwards Leon Draisaitl, Nathan MacKinnon and Artemi Panarin.