Player Features

Players help raise over $400,000 at annual Boots and Hearts Barn Burner

By: Chris Lomon

Nathan Bastain, Andrew Mangiapane and John Tavares were just a few of the players who helped raise funds for various charities.

August 16, 2024

Jacob Trouba lands his mark with first public art exhibition

By: Chris Lomon

“Landing My Mark” runs Aug.1-23 at Harper’s Gallery in Manhattan.

August 9, 2024

Upcoming season to be a family affair for Joseph brothers

By: Chris Lomon

Mathieu and Pierre-Oliver Joseph are bringing their competitive sibling spirit to the St. Louis Blues next season.

July 24, 2024

A fresh start with old friends, Monahan looks ahead to life in Columbus

By: Chris Lomon

Reunited with former teammate Johnny Gaudreau after signing with the Columbus Blue Jackets, new dad Sean Monahan is looking forward to a fresh start.

July 17, 2024

Stephenson confident in relentless Kraken squad

By: Chris Lomon

After signing with the Seattle Kraken as a free agent, Chandler Stephenson is excited to reunite with some former teammates.

July 11, 2024

Walman inspired after attending NHLPA Executive Board Meetings

By: Chris Lomon

Inspired by like-minded speakers and planned efforts to grow the game, Jake Walman looks forward to continued work alongside his fellow players off the ice after attending his first NHLPA Executive Board Meetings.

July 9, 2024

John Tavares Foundation supporting Indigenous communities through Ballantyne Project

By: Chris Lomon

Teaming up with the Ballantyne Project, the John Tavares Foundation has assisted Indigenous communities through two separate initiatives.

July 3, 2024

Ferraro embracing Sharks’ bright future amid personal offseason for the ages

By: Chris Lomon

A proposal, puppy and camping adventures have filled Mario Ferraro’s offseason while he eagerly awaits next season.

June 27, 2024

Siegenthaler fulfills a dream with hockey camp in Thailand

By: Chris Lomon

Jonas Siegenthaler achieved a personal dream while making history as the first known NHL player to host a hockey camp in Thailand.

June 18, 2024

NHLPA members break the ice in support of 9-8-8

By: Chris Lomon

Joseph Woll and Ryan Strome joined Dr. Jay Harrison and Papa Roach frontman, Jacoby Shaddix, for the Breaking the Ice panel during Canadian Music Week in support of 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline.

June 11, 2024

Morrissey redefines dishing out with new food venture

By: Chris Lomon

Teaming up with restaurateur Bobby Mottola, Winnipeg Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey has expanded his skillset to the culinary world.

June 7, 2024

Kunins come together to celebrate Walter Cup championship

By: Chris Lomon

Busy schedules aligned for Sophia and Luke Kunin as the San Jose Sharks forward made the trip to Boston to support his wife on her Walter Cup victory with PWHL Minnesota.

June 4, 2024

Dostal, Kampf share emotional home ice victory for Czechia at worlds

By: Chris Lomon

Czechia became the fifth nation to win gold on home ice at the 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship.

May 31, 2024

First Line bringing important dialogue to NHL locker rooms

By: Scott Burnside

Strengthening mental health knowledge and player-to-player support, First Line is a program delivered by NHLPA consulting psychologist and former NHL player, Dr. Jay Harrison.

May 28, 2024

Veteran Tanev and emerging star Johnston share same Stanley Cup dream

By: Chris Lomon

Dallas Stars teammates Wyatt Johnston and Chris Tanev are at different points in their respective NHL careers, but the two continue to have the same goal in mind.

May 23, 2024

McDonagh’s offseason commences with earning university degree

By: Chris Lomon

Ryan McDonagh earns his degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and hopes to see some of his NHL peers follow his lead.

May 22, 2024

Spence embraces unique background in non-traditional path to NHL

By: Chris Lomon

Born in Australia and first introduced to hockey while growing up in Japan, Jordan Spence has embraced his non-traditional journey to the NHL.

May 16, 2024

Inspiring many along the way, Kylington finds gratitude through mental health journey

By: Chris Lomon

After missing nearly 20 months on the ice, Oliver Kylington’s vulnerability inspired many as a 2023-24 Masterton Trophy finalist.

May 14, 2024

Opponents on the ice, athlete-mothers Coyne Schofield and Spooner share common bond

By: Chris Lomon

Kendall Coyne Schofield and Natalie Spooner may be PWHL opponents, but both players share a bond through the dual identity of an athlete-mother.

May 11, 2024

From ‘Miracle’ viewings to family ties, Team USA gears up for worlds

By: Chris Lomon

Alex Lyon, Luke Kunin, Brady Tkachuk and Zach Werenski are just a handful of the NHL players named to a star-studded Team USA roster at the IIHF World Championship.

May 9, 2024