Player Features

Heritage Classic lends special moment to Josh Morrissey and family

By: Chris Lomon

Josh Morrissey thought of two people in particular when he stepped on the ice at Mosaic Stadium.

October 29, 2019

Haula in fine form with Hurricanes

By: Chris Lomon

A serious injury, a trade to the Carolina Hurricanes, and the question if he could ever return to form could have gone one of two ways for Erik Haula.

October 24, 2019

Marleau back in Sharks fold for 1,500th game in teal

By: Chris Lomon

Two of his teammates smiled and shrugged at the fairytale start to Marleau’s second stint with the Sharks. Thrilled for No. 12, yet hardly taken aback by his efforts.

October 22, 2019

Suzuki feeling the love from teammates, fans

By: Chris Lomon

Come this Christmas, Jonathan Drouin might be getting a Christmas gift from Santa Suzuki.

October 17, 2019

Raffl ready to win; Global Series bonds Flyers team early

By: Chris Lomon

Michael Raffl checked all the boxes at the 2019 NHL Global Series.

October 15, 2019

Eller hopes countryman's decision paves way for others

By: Chris Lomon

Lars Eller had never met the goaltender before, but that didn’t matter in the least. It was about supporting a fellow player.

October 10, 2019

Vancouver Canucks name centre Bo Horvat team's latest captain

By: Canadian Press

Bo Horvat has been trying to hide the news for weeks.

October 9, 2019

Duchene feeling at home, helping build another in Nashville

By: Chris Lomon

It’s not just the post-game texts that are music to Matt Duchene’s ears.

October 8, 2019

Strome gearing up for Prague puck drop

By: Chris Lomon

You get the feeling Dylan Strome has had this date circled on his calendar for a long time.

October 3, 2019

John Tavares named captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs

By: Canadian Press

John Tavares said recently when he used to dream about playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs there wasn't a 'C' on his jersey.

October 2, 2019

Hutton sets gold standard with new mask

By: Chris Lomon

Carter Hutton’s latest look has set the gold standard for goalie masks.

October 1, 2019

Winnipeg Jets sign Patrik Laine to two-year deal

By: Canadian Press

Kevin Cheveldayoff can scratch one item off his to-do list, but the Winnipeg Jets general manager is well aware the signing of Patrik Laine doesn't complete his pre-season work.

September 27, 2019

Bahamas hold special place in Mike and Emily Matheson's hearts

By: Chris Lomon

For Mike Matheson and Emily Pfalzer, wanting to lend a helping hand was an easy decision.

September 26, 2019

Coleman makes red carpet debut at VMAs

By: Chris Lomon

Blake Coleman didn’t exactly give himself a thumbs-up for his gig at the recent Video Music Awards. But others certainly did.

September 24, 2019

Slater reflects on retirement, next chapter

By: Chris Lomon

Jim Slater, who recently announced his retirement and new role with the Washington Capitals, stopped by NHLPA.com to discuss his next chapter.

September 20, 2019

Gallagher: When it means a lot to him, it means a lot to us

By: Chris Lomon

Brendan Gallagher wasn’t sure if his friend and former teammate would pull through. What he did know was that Craig Cunningham wouldn’t do down without a fight.

September 17, 2019

Knights defenceman Theodore says he was treated for cancer

By: Canadian Press

Vegas Golden Knights defenceman Shea Theodore says he underwent surgery for testicular cancer during the off-season and is expected to make a full recovery.

September 12, 2019

Mittelstadt strikes off-season balance in hopes of delivering for Sabres

By: Chris Lomon

Casey Mittelstadt was in a hockey state of mind in the State of Hockey this summer.

September 12, 2019

Dillon, BD4 hockey camp teaching more than a game

By: Chris Lomon

It’s rather fitting that Brenden Dillon supports the charity HEROS.

September 5, 2019

Coyotes sign forward Keller to 8-year contract extension

By: Canadian Press

Hockey teams, except on rare occasions, typically wait until a player has a decent-sized body of work before making a long-term commitment.

September 4, 2019