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Player of the Week | Auston Matthews

By: Nadia Vocaturo

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.

October 17, 2016

Derick Brassard's memorable hometown debut

By: Chris Lomon

One goal. Two points. An overtime win. Derick Brassard sure knows how to make a hometown hockey debut memorable.

October 14, 2016

NHL UPDATES CONCUSSION PROTOCOL

By: National Hockey League

NHL implements centralized concussion 'spotter' staff to help detect visible signs of concussion and mandate removal from play.

October 11, 2016

His foundation is thriving, but Shawn Thornton wants to do more

By: Chris Lomon

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.

October 11, 2016

Ruslan Fedotenko retires after 12 NHL seasons

By: NHLPA Staff

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.

October 11, 2016

Kraft Hockeyville USA a success in Marquette

By: Ryan Parker

The town of Marquette, Michigan showed its immense community and hockey spirit this week as the host of Kraft Hockeyville USA.

October 5, 2016

Barret Jackman's legacy is equal parts grit and guidance

By: Chris Lomon

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.

October 5, 2016

Kraft Hockeyville Lands in Lumby

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Another successful Kraft Hockeyville is in the books after the Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers descended on Lumby, British Columbia.

October 3, 2016

World Cup of Hockey 2016 in Review

By: NHLPA Staff

The World Cup of Hockey 2016 was truly a best-on-best tournament, which provided a stage for hockey’s elite to showcase their skill, speed and talent as they competed for global hockey supremacy.

September 30, 2016

Triple Gold Club member Bergeron chalks it up to good teammates

By: Chris Lomon

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.

September 28, 2016

WORLD CUP OF HOCKEY VIEWING PARTY MOVES TO MAPLE LEAF SQUARE

By: NHLPA Staff

Viewing parties for the World Cup of Hockey best-of-three Final between Team Canada and Team Europe begin Sept. 27 at Maple Leaf Square.

September 27, 2016

Leon Draisaitl: Representing Europe, Germany and himself

By: Peter Roumeliotis

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.

September 26, 2016

MARCHAND MAGIC MAKES ITS MARK AT WORLD CUP

By: Chris Lomon

The winger delivered a crowd-pleasing performance in Team Canada's semi-final triumph.

September 25, 2016

Auston Matthews: Making Waves

By: Peter Roumeliotis

The Auston Matthews show arrived at the ACC on September 8th with Team North America’s debut, and it is certainly there to stay with the 2016-17 NHL season around the corner.

September 23, 2016

World-class Josi delivers European flair

By: Chris Lomon

The Swiss, blue-chip blueliner brings big-time skills to Team Europe.

September 21, 2016

Callahan Foundation helps families affected by pediatric cancer

By: Chris Lomon

When it comes to creating a solid foundation, Ryan and Kyla Callahan are more than happy to work overtime in achieving a shared goal.

September 20, 2016

Thornton adds heart and soul to Team Canada

By: Peter Roumeliotis

He isn't sporting the “C” or “A” on his sweater for this tournament, but Joe Thornton's veteran presence and outstanding career are assets Team Canada couldn't pass up on.

September 19, 2016

WORLD CUP OF HOCKEY TROPHY UNVEILED

By: NHLPA Staff

The World Cup of Hockey Trophy, designed by Frank Gehry, was revealed by Paul Henderson at the Pepsi Premiere Party at the Scotiabank World Cup of Hockey Fan Village.

September 17, 2016

Jokinen, Lehtinen, reunite for Team Finland

By: Chris Lomon

Jussi Jokinen has plenty of praise for the way former teammate and current Team Finland GM Jere Lehtinen played the game. Turns out, the feeling’s mutual.

September 16, 2016

MORGAN RIELLY KEEPS HIS EYE ON THE PRIZE

By: Chris Lomon

Morgan Rielly might be mum when it comes to what he won during his visit to the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), but he has plenty to say about the World Cup of Hockey.

September 16, 2016