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NHLPA Goals & Dreams to donate $150,000 in equipment

By: NHLPA Staff

First round of 2017-18 G&D donations provides over 250 sets of equipment to 12 youth hockey programs.

October 26, 2017

A tribute to Rick Nash's 1,000th NHL game

By: Nadia Vocaturo

A true goal-scorer by nature, Rick Nash has lived up to the expectations that came with being the No. 1 draft pick, which happened when the Columbus Blue Jackets called his name first at the 2002 NHL Entry Draft.

October 26, 2017

Stewart bringing 'A' game to Minnesota early

By: Chris Lomon

It’s not only wrecking ball-type body checks and aggressive forechecking skills that define Chris Stewart.

October 26, 2017

Visa Presents: Q&A with Jack Eichel

By: NHLPA Staff

Get to know Buffalo Sabres forward and alternate captain, Jack Eichel, in this week's Player Q&A!

October 25, 2017

My Top 5 | Nate Thompson

By: Chris Lomon

When he’s not blocking shots or working the penalty kill, 33-year-old Nate Thompson enjoys the chance to catch the latest movie or watch his favourite television series.

October 24, 2017

Marleau's numbers don't tell the full story

By: Chris Lomon

Like everyone else on the Toronto Maple Leafs roster, Jake Gardiner was familiar with Patrick Marleau’s impressive hockey credentials long before he signed as a three-year contract with the team on July 2.

October 24, 2017

Player of the Week | Steven Stamkos

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Steven Stamkos has shown no signs of slowing down since opening night.

October 23, 2017

Tippett makes big debut with big sister in his corner

By: Tim Wharnsby

Owen Tippett had to be patient, but after a dozen-day wait, the Florida Panthers rookie made the most of his first impression.

October 20, 2017

Michigan life is the good for Luke Witkowski

By: Tim Wharnsby

Even before Nikita Kucherov became the hottest goal scorer on the planet the Muscovite made quite an impression on Detroit Red Wings newcomer Luke Witkowski.

October 19, 2017

Jagr guiding Flames' youth by example

By: Chris Lomon

Dougie Hamilton is relishing the opportunity to play with Jaromir Jagr again after the 45-year-old forward and five-time NHL scoring champion recently inked a one-year deal with Calgary.

October 19, 2017

VISA PRESENTS: Q&A WITH Mark Scheifele

By: NHLPA Staff

Mark Scheifele's understandable pet peeve and the music he doesn't want you to know is on his playlist in this week's player Q&A!

October 18, 2017

My Top 5 | Jason Garrison

By: Chris Lomon

An alternate captain with the Vegas Golden Knights, defenceman Jason Garrison brings veteran leadership and a winning attitude to the NHL’s newest franchise. As for his favourite road cities to play in, Garrison’s list includes two Canadian cities and one spot where fans are quick to let opposing players know what’s on their mind.

October 17, 2017

Cody Hodgson: from Haliburton to a hockey rink near you

By: Chris Lomon

He isn’t skating on the NHL stage any more, but Cody Hodgson’s passion for hockey – and sharing his affinity for it – has never been stronger.

October 17, 2017

NHLPA and NHL Announce Second NCAA Feasibility Study

Oakland University becomes the second U.S. collegiate Institution to receive funding for NCAA feasibility study

October 16, 2017

Player of the Week | Nikolaj Ehlers

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Nikolaj Ehlers was fantastic for the Winnipeg Jets this week, posting a natural hat trick and two game-winning goals over three games en route to leading the league in goals scored with five.

October 16, 2017

Bratt spent summer honing in on mental preparation

By: Tim Wharnsby

Jesper Bratt was a longshot to make the Devils, having been taken in the sixth round (162nd overall) in the 2016 NHL draft. The left wing thinks his game better nowadays because of the time he's spent honing in his mental preparation.

October 13, 2017

Radko Gudas' style inspired by father

By: Chris Lomon

Injury prevented him from suiting up for World Cup of Hockey 2016, but it didn’t derail the competitive fire in Radko Gudas. To say he was disappointed at not being able to play for his homeland would be an understatement. To say he’s happy it’s in the rear view mirror - ditto.

October 12, 2017

Visa Presents: Q&A with T.J. Oshie

By: NHLPA Staff

Based on his favourite NHL jersey growing up and his favourite place to be in the offseason, T.J. Oshie it's clear the Washington Capitals forward is a proud Minnesotan!

October 11, 2017

My Top 5 | Jason Demers

By: Chris Lomon

A late-round draft pick of the San Jose Sharks, Jason Demers, now with the Arizona Coyotes, has played in over 500 regular season NHL games. There have been more than a few memorable moments the former Quebec Major Junior League star has experienced, including a career first on November 15, 2009.

October 10, 2017

Drouin right at home in Montreal

By: Chris Lomon

In the aftermath of the deal that brought Drouin, one of the game’s most dynamic offensive stars, to the Canadiens, Brendan Gallagher, in British Columbia at the time, reached out to the forward. The right winger was one of many players who did.

October 10, 2017