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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

My Hometown: Matt Duchene

By: Chris Lomon

Just before Duchene and Team Canada take to the ice for their first round-robin game of the World Cup of Hockey, the 25-year-old spoke with NHLPA.com about his beloved hometown.

September 15, 2016

Team North America: First Impressions

By: Peter Roumeliotis

The World Cup of Hockey 2016 is guaranteed to be in a class of its own as it presents some unique twists. How Team North America fares is already a subject of intrigue.

September 14, 2016

Sedin twins look to net hockey and horse racing gold

By: Chris Lomon

Daniel and Henrik Sedin are hoping to celebrate a win of a different kind with their star horse, Nahar, one night before Sweden begins their quest for World Cup of Hockey gold.

September 12, 2016

SAM ROBERTS BAND & DAYA JOIN PEPSI WORLD CUP OF HOCKEY PREMIERE PARTY

By: Media Release

Canadian rockers Sam Roberts Band and singer/songwriter Daya have joined the musical lineup for the Pepsi World Cup of Hockey Premiere Party at the Scotiabank World Cup of Hockey Fan Village in downtown Toronto’s historic Distillery District on Sept. 16.

September 12, 2016

My Hometown: Brandon Saad

By: Chris Lomon

One of the NHL’s most dynamic young forwards, Brandon Saad will suit up for Team North America at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey. Before the puck drops, Saad takes fans on a tour of his hometown of Gibsonia, Pennsylvania.

September 12, 2016

Komarov all systems go for another shot at international hockey glory

By: Chris Lomon

Ask Leo Komarov about the state of his golf game and there’s no trace of enthusiasm in his voice. Ask him about suiting up for Team Finland at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey, however, and you get a decidedly different response.

September 9, 2016

My Hometown: Tomas Tatar

By: Chris Lomon

Before he suits up with Team Europe, Tomas Tatar talks about his hometown in Slovakia, and what’s on the menu when he gets there.

September 8, 2016

Sbisa looks to reach World Cup summit with Team Europe

By: Chris Lomon

After conquering Mt. Kilimanjaro this summer, the 26-year-old defenceman sets his sights on hockey gold.

September 7, 2016

GRAMMY-NOMINATED ROCK BAND THE KILLERS TO HEADLINE PEPSI WORLD CUP OF HOCKEY PREMIERE PARTY

By: Press Release

Grammy-nominated rock band, The Killers, will headline the Sept. 16 "Pepsi World Cup of Hockey Premiere Party". Festivities will include a parade featuring all eight World Cup teams.

September 2, 2016

GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING ROCK BAND GREEN DAY TO HEADLINE CELEBRATION OF CHAMPIONS

By: Press Release

The Scotiabank World Cup of Hockey Fan Village will salute members of Canada’s 2016 Olympic team followed by a live performance from Grammy® Award-winning rock band Green Day.

September 2, 2016