Player Features
Player Q&A | Ryan Nugent-Hopkins
What embarrassing music lays lurking on Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' playlist? Find out in this week's Player Q&A!
My Top 5 | Ryan O'Reilly
He doesn’t mind talking hockey at all, but when you mention great bands, musicians and singers – well, that’s music to Ryan O’Reilly’s ears.
Player of the Week | Kevin Hayes
It was a great week to be a New York Ranger, especially if you're Kevin Hayes.
TOEWS PROMOTES HEALTHY LIVING
Blackhawks captain working to encourage school children to learn about growing and eating fruits and vegetables
PAUL BYRON'S CORNERSTONE QUICKNESS
There are two important things to know about speedy Montreal forward Paul Byron: his quickness isn’t enhanced by any equipment modifications, and his pumpkin-artistry skills are average at best.
Hockey Players Making Fans’ Days
NHL Players wow us every game day with their impressive on-ice performances, but it’s the little moments (like those collected in this fan-made video) that showcase how incredible they are off-the-ice as well.
Marner's days of anonymity are over
There was a time, not so long ago, when Mitch Marner could walk down Toronto streets pretty much unnoticed. Things have changed.
Devan Dubnyk | Player of the Week
Devan Dubnyk has become the first Minnesota Wild goaltender to post 3 straight shutouts (Cesare Maniago first accomplished the feat with the North Stars in 1967), setting a personal-best and team-record shutout streak in Week 3 of this season’s NHL action, making him our NHLPA player of the week.
Ovechkin Organizes Meet-And-Greet With 8-Year-Old Super Fan
Young Cash “Niebvechkin” got to meet his hockey hero after creating a video thanking him for gifting him with one of his sticks in Edmonton.
Bouwmeester nears 1000th NHL game mark
On November 1, Jay Bouwmeester will play in his 1,000th NHL game, becoming the 307th player to reach the mark. The achievement is hardly a surprise for those familiar with Bouwmeester’s body of work.
Laine draws praise from NHL greats
When he assessed how the start of his NHL life might play out, Patrik Laine said, “I think it will go just fine to go there, just to the rink and the ice and the game there. I think it will be just good.” That may have been an understatement.
Ed Jovanovski looks to move into mentor role
His NHL career is defined by over 1,000 games played, 500 points, a trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, and standing as a first-rate teammate. Now, Ed Jovanovski is hoping to give back to the game that gave him so much.
The Foligno Family's million dollar difference-maker
“It's an incredible feeling," said Nick Foligno. "We've thought about what we could do to give back for a while and this just felt right.”
Player of the Week | Auston Matthews
A fresh NHL season kicked off with a shortened week, but it was a memorable one, as Toronto Maple Leafs fans did not have to wait long to get excited about their shiny Number 1 draft pick producing.
Derick Brassard's memorable hometown debut
One goal. Two points. An overtime win. Derick Brassard sure knows how to make a hometown hockey debut memorable.
His foundation is thriving, but Shawn Thornton wants to do more
Hundreds of hospital visits, an unwavering commitment to community and a foundation established in 2013 that bears his name – the 39-year-old is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.
Ruslan Fedotenko retires after 12 NHL seasons
Ruslan Fedotenko has announced his retirement from the National Hockey League, following 12 NHL seasons and a professional hockey playing career that spanned two decades.
Barret Jackman's legacy is equal parts grit and guidance
Toughness and tenacity are just two of the words associated with an NHL life that spanned 14 big-league campaigns in Barret Jackman's career, which came to an end on October 4.
Triple Gold Club member Bergeron chalks it up to good teammates
Bergeron has formed a formidable Team Canada line with Boston teammate Brad Marchand and Pittsburgh superstar Sidney Crosby, a trio that’s combined for 22 points in five games.
Leon Draisaitl: Representing Europe, Germany and himself
Leon Draisaitl, one of six Germans on Team Europe, believes his country is getting better in international competitions, and hopes the World Cup of Hockey helps grow the hockey stage in Germany.