Player Features

Adam Fox and Logan Thompson set to soak in first NHL All-Star experience

By: Chris Lomon

Both Fox and Thompson will be headed to South Florida to participate in their first NHL All-Star Game.

February 2, 2023

Dougie Hamilton steps into veteran role with the Devils

By: Chris Lomon

At 29, Hamilton is the fifth oldest player on the Devils roster and is embracing his role as a mentor to the team’s younger corps.

January 31, 2023

Martin Necas embraces fan support from Czechia to Carolina

By: Chris Lomon

Necas left home at 15 to suit up with HC Zdar nad Sazavou and HC Kometa Brno, while also representing Czechia on the international stage.

January 24, 2023

After a whirlwind year, rookie Kent Johnson settles into life in Columbus

By: Chris Lomon

The Blue Jackets forward recalls a campaign that saw him play at three different levels of the game.

January 19, 2023

Noah Dobson credits hometown support for NHL success

By: Chris Lomon

Dobson, who has already reached the double-digit mark in goals this season, has become a key member of the Islanders defensive corp.

January 17, 2023

Phillip Danault shines in Southern California

By: Chris Lomon

Danault has earned several team, fan and local media honours while posting career-best numbers since arriving in Los Angeles.

January 12, 2023

After taking an unlikely path, Karel Vejmelka lives out his NHL dream

By: Chris Lomon

With over 80 NHL starts behind him, Vejmelka is grateful to have had so many people in his corner throughout his unique road to the NHL.

January 10, 2023

Lars Eller continues to strive for improvement, grow the game in Denmark

Eller, a revered figure in his homeland, hopes more Danish players get the same opportunities to reach the NHL level.

January 5, 2023

Almost 900 NHL games behind him, Jordan Eberle adapts to the evolving game

By: Chris Lomon

Now in his second season with the Kraken, Eberle is enjoying hockey as much as he ever has.

January 3, 2023

A Winter Classic veteran and first-timer – Foligno and Dumoulin gear up for fun at Fenway

By: Chris Lomon

The 2023 Winter Classic is set for January 2 at Fenway Park in Boston.

December 29, 2022

Evander Kane spreads holiday cheer around Edmonton

By: Chris Lomon

Earlier this month, the 14-year NHL veteran hosted 120 high school students for a holiday shopping spree.

December 27, 2022

Seven seasons in, Josh Morrissey remains grateful for his success in the game

By: Chris Lomon

Morrissey is having his best season to date, offensively, and enjoying the Jets' strong start to 2022-23.

December 20, 2022

From the Rock to Jersey – Dawson Mercer keeps home in his heart

By: Chris Lomon

Selected 18th overall at the 2020 NHL Draft, Mercer is part of an exclusive group of Newfoundlanders drafted in the first round.

December 15, 2022

400 NHL games onward, Jake Guentzel remains hungry for more

By: Chris Lomon

Coming off a personal-best 84-point season, Guentzel's approach to the game remains the same.

December 13, 2022

Stars are set to shine at Canadian Tire PWHPA All-Star Weekend

By: Chris Lomon

The Canadian Tire PWHPA All-Star Weekend will take place December 9-11 in the Ottawa region.

December 8, 2022

Mike Matheson fulfills his childhood dream of playing for hometown Habs

By: Chris Lomon

Growing up on Montreal’s West Island, Matheson recalls cheering for the Habs as a young fan and which player was a household favourite.

December 7, 2022

Noel Acciari gains new appreciation for the game after returning from injury

By: Chris Lomon

Acciari's ability to be placed anywhere in the lineup has helped the Blues get back on track after a tough start to the season.

December 1, 2022

Mark Scheifele pays a special visit to young cancer patient

By: Chris Lomon

When the opportunity arose for the forward to meet with five-year-old Victoria who is battling cancer, both quickly accepted the invite.

November 30, 2022

Mikko Rantanen helps make lifelong hockey memories for the youth of Finland

By: Chris Lomon

NHLPA Goals & Dreams recently donated equipment to the Rantanen Academy hockey school in Finland.

November 24, 2022

Logan Thompson’s unlikely NHL path pays off with Golden Knights’ success

By: Chris Lomon

Thompson’s nomadic journey to an NHL life is a story of inspiration, perseverance and patience.

November 22, 2022