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Your All-Star Hero: Lt. Col. Janisch

By: NHLPA Staff

A special Christmas present for the Janisch patriarch wasn’t under the tree. He didn’t know what his wife, Ann, had a surprise announcement from Matt Hendricks all cued up.

January 23, 2019

Your All-Star Hero: MCpl. Giza

By: NHLPA Staff

“No way,” said Giza when NHLPA member and player ambassador, Jake Gardiner, introduced himself and the campaign to the veteran via a surprise phone call. “I didn’t even know I was nominated!”

January 23, 2019

Your All-Star Hero: Sgt. Brewer

By: NHLPA Staff

The tradition of sport bonding parents and their children creates a timeless bond, and NHLPA player ambassador Vinni Lettieri was thrilled to be a part of relaying some very good news to a special father and son duo.

January 23, 2019

UHL, NHLPA announce All-Star Hero campaign winners

By: NHLPA Media Release

The UHL and NHLPA have announced the winners of the All-Star Hero campaign, which recognizes military personnel and their families for their services through the players’ NHLPA Goals & Dreams fund.

January 23, 2019

Edmonton Oilers fire GM Peter Chiarelli, put onus on players to salvage season

By: Canadian Press

Peter Chiarelli has been fired as general manager of the Edmonton Oilers, according to multiple media reports.

January 23, 2019

Puck and player tracking gets TV test at All-Star Weekend

By: Canadian Press

Twenty-three years after Fox's glowing puck made its debut, the NHL's next big technological advancement will be on display this weekend during All-Star festivities.

January 23, 2019

Player Q&A | Leon Draisaitl

By: NHLPA Staff

Ahead of his NHL-All Star Game debut, this week's Player Q&A features Edmonton Oilers forward, Leon Draisaitl.

January 23, 2019

Oilers sign goalie Mikko Koskinen to three-year contract extension

By: Canadian Press

The Edmonton Oilers have signed goaltender Mikko Koskinen to a three-year contract extension with an average annual salary of US$4.5 million, the club announced Monday.

January 21, 2019

My Top 5 | Blake Coleman

By: Chris Lomon

Pick a sport, any sport, and Blake Coleman has probably played it.

January 21, 2019

What's in a name? For the Duchenes, a little family history

By: Chris Lomon

Matt Duchene might not have been looking for a birthday gift, but he wound up getting a memorable one any way.

January 21, 2019

Carolina, Teravainen agree to terms on 5-year extension

By: Canadian Press

The Carolina Hurricanes and forward Teuvo Teravainen have agreed to terms on a five-year contract extension worth $27 million.

January 21, 2019

Player of the Week | Mika Zibanejad

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Mika Zibanejad (5-2–7 over 3 GP) led the league in goals scored, three of them consecutive game-winners for the New York Rangers to head into their bye week with a win streak.

January 20, 2019

Wild trade Niederreiter to Hurricanes for Rask

By: Canadian Press

The Minnesota Wild have acquired centre Victor Rask from the Carolina Hurricanes for left wing Nino Niederreiter, in a swap of underperforming but still-young players on long-term contracts.

January 17, 2019

Be A Player: Rewind | Shawn McEachern

By: Nadia Vocaturo

The Olympics, winning a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins – all accomplished before before Shawn McEachern's rookie season in the NHL.

January 17, 2019

Jarome Iginla set to have number retired by Calgary Flames

By: Canadian Press

The Calgary Flames will retire former captain Jarome Iginla's No. 12 during a ceremony on March 2 prior to a game against the Minnesota Wild.

January 17, 2019

Presence, balance key for Nurse, Jankowski

By: Chris Lomon

The third of a five-part series highlighting the NHLPA's partnership with Kids Help Phone, members discuss the importance of balancing family and friends with a demanding career.

January 17, 2019

Ducks acquire Del Zotto from Canucks for Schenn

By: Canadian Press

The Anaheim Ducks have acquired defenceman Michael Del Zotto from the Vancouver Canucks for defenceman Luke Schenn and a 2019 seventh-round draft pick.

January 16, 2019

NHL, NHLPA abandon hope of a World Cup in September 2020

By: Canadian Press

The NHL and NHL Players' Association have given up on the possibility of staging the next World Cup of Hockey in September 2020.

January 16, 2019

Player Q&A | Alexander Wennberg

By: NHLPA Staff

If you follow him on Instagram you already know he likes black and white photos and dogs, so get to know Alexander Wennberg a bit better in his Player Q&A!

January 16, 2019

Wagner scores one twice for Grandpa Jimbo

By: Tim Wharnsby

The New Year has ushered in some emotional and eventful times for Boston Bruins rugged fourth-line forward Chris Wagner.

January 16, 2019