Media Releases
New York Islanders to Host 2026 NHL All-Star Weekend
The New York Islanders will host the 2026 NHL All-Star Weekend at UBS Arena, in Elmont, N.Y., the National Hockey League has announced.
Capitals' Kuznetsov to receive care from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program
Evgeny Kuznetsov will be unavailable to his club for an indefinite period while he receives care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
NHL and NHLPA announce 2025 NHL 4 Nations Face-Off
The NHL 4 Nations Face-Off, will feature international tournament play between NHL Players from Canada, Finland, Sweden and the United States.
NHL, NHLPA and IIHF announce plans for NHL players to participate in 2026 and 2030 Olympic Winter Games
The NHL, NHLPA and IIHF have outlined and agreed to the major principles related to the Players’ participation.
NHLPA, United Heroes League announce winners of 2023-24 All-Star Hero campaign
In recognition of their heroic service, four military members were selected as special guests of the NHLPA for the 2024 NHL® All-Star Weekend
Patrik Laine to receive care from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program
Patrik Laine will be unavailable to his club for an indefinite period while he receives care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
Sonnet Insurance partners with the NHLPA on “Adulting Made Simple” campaign
New spots featuring William Nylander and Morgan Rielly showcase how even pro hockey players work to save money.
Avalanche's Nichushkin to receive care from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program
Valeri Nichushkin to receive care from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
Kraft Hockeyville nominations are now open
In its 18th year, Canadian communities can rally for the opportunity to host an NHL® pre-season game and receive $250,000 in arena upgrades.
Mental Health Commission of Canada and NHLPA Launch New Leadership and Education Program
FIRST LINE is an education and leadership program developed to strengthen NHLPA members’ mental health knowledge and skills.
Avalanche’s Girard cleared by NHL/NHLPA player assistance program to resume practicing with team
Samuel Girard is cleared to resume practicing with the Colorado Avalanche.
Avalanche’s Girard to receive care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program
Girard will return to the Avalanche when cleared for on-ice competition by the program administrators.
NHL, NHLPA, NHLAA and Sweet unleash a new era in sports digital collectibles with NHL Breakaway
The fan-focused approach centers around bringing together millions of NHL fans worldwide.
NHLPA Goals & Dreams donates 40 sets of hockey equipment to Fritidsbanken Sweden
William Nylander, of Stockholm, leads initiative to donate $30,000 in hockey equipment.
NHL and NHLPA celebrate a decade of the Industry Growth Fund
More than $180 million invested to grow hockey on and off the ice.
AstraZeneca announces multi-year partnership with NHL and NHLPA Hockey Fights Cancer initiative
First-of-its-kind partnership educates and empowers hockey community to face-off against cancer.
NHL, NHLPA commemorate 25 years of Hockey Fights Cancer initiative
AstraZeneca named an official partner of Hockey Fights Cancer.
Zack Kassian retires after 12 NHL seasons
The forward played in 661 NHL regular-season games.
NHLPA Statement on Symbolic Tape Policy
The NHLPA has issued the following statement on the league policy being revised for players to use symbolic tape in support of social causes.
EA Sports™ NHL® 24 brings the true intensity of hockey, available today
All-new gameplay features including exhaust engine, physics-based contact and expanded cross-play‡ and more.