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Statement from Carter Ashton

By: Statement - Carter Ashton

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Carter Ashton released the following statement regarding his suspension for violation of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.

November 6, 2014

Matt Carle’s Candy Crush

By: Chris Lomon

The Tampa Bay Lightning ironman defenseman likes to treat himself with a certain colourful candy after a big win

November 5, 2014

Player of the Week - Marc-Andre Fleury

By: NHLPA Staff

Marc-Andre Fleury is showing early in 2014 that he is still among the top-tier when it comes to NHL goaltenders.

November 3, 2014

Vrbata Dodges The Spotlight

By: NHLPA Staff

Suiting up with the Canucks and the Sedins has made it more difficult for the talented Czech forward to stay behind the scenes

November 3, 2014

Our Favourite NHL Player Halloween Costumes

By: Catherine Faas

NHLPA members took to social media to share their Halloween costumes with fans, here’s a compilation that ranges from spooky to hilarious.

October 31, 2014

Hossa Approaching 1,000 Points

By: Chris Lomon

Slovakian superstar forward set to reach a major milestone in his NHL career

October 28, 2014

Player of the Week - Patrick Kane

By: NHLPA Staff

Patrick Kane is still in the early stages of his career, but the slick-skating and smooth-handed forward for the Chicago Blackhawks has certainly compiled an impressive resume to date.

October 27, 2014

Matt Duchene makes hometown hockey Goals & Dreams come true

By: Chris Lomon

Thanks to the NHLPA’s Goals & Dreams fund, Matt Duchene and 50 kids in his hometown of Haliburton, Ontario, will have plenty to smile about.

October 24, 2014

OTTAWA TRAGEDY – NHLPA Members React

By: NHLPA Staff

The eyes of the world are on the city of Ottawa today following a harrowing situation involving one or more armed gunmen attacking members of the Canadian Armed Forces and moving on to the Canadian Parliament buildings.

October 22, 2014

A Fresh Start For Simon Gagne

By: Chris Lomon

After a year away from the NHL, Simon Gagne is back with Boston & embracing the opportunity

October 22, 2014

ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN BEGINS OCT. 20

By: NHLPA Staff

The joint initiative between the NHL and the NHLPA returns for its 16th season.

October 20, 2014

All In This Together

By: Chris Lomon

Brooks Laich and the Capitals have an ‘all-for-one’ mentality as they chase success in 2014-15

October 16, 2014

Back In Black & Gold

By: Chris Lomon

After battling a serious back injury last season, Chris Kelly is fired up to be back with the Bruins

October 10, 2014

Player Tweets of the Week: The Start of the 2014-15 NHL Season

By: Catherine Faas, Ryan Parker

The 2014-15 NHL season got underway on Wednesday night and Players around the league took to Twitter to share their excitement.

October 9, 2014

Girgensons Feeling The Love

By: Chris Lomon

Zemgus Girgensons enjoys the rabid support of fans in both Buffalo & his native Latvia

October 7, 2014

NHL TO ADOPT MODIFICATION TO FACE-OFF CIRCLE HASH MARKS FOR 2014-15 SEASON

By: NHLPA Staff

The NHLPA and the NHL announced a modification to the rule that governs Face-off Spots and Circles (Rule 1.9) on Monday, a move that will see the hash marks in the end zone circles move from three feet apart to five feet, seven inches apart.

October 6, 2014

A New Chapter For Hiller

By: Chris Lomon

After becoming a father for the first time this summer, the Swiss goaltender is now focusing on his job between the pipes in Calgary

October 2, 2014

Applying Some Fatherly Advice

By: Chris Lomon

Jordan Eberle still hears his dad’s words of wisdom and encouragement even as a bona-fide NHL star

September 30, 2014

FOR THE LOVE OF HOCKEY: KRAFT TO LAUNCH CAMPAIGN IN SEARCH OF AMERICA’S MOST PASSIONATE HOCKEY TOWN

By: NHLPA Staff

Kraft, NHL, and NHLPA Announce Multi-Year Renewal, Expansion of Partnership into U.S. Kraft Announces Agreements with NBC Sports Group and USA Hockey; Acclaimed “Kraft Hockeyville” Competition Coming to U.S., Prizes Include $150,000 in Arena Upgrades, Chance to Host NHL® Preseason Game in Hometown Arena

September 29, 2014

Elder Statesman In Anaheim

By: Chris Lomon

Francois Beauchemin is happy to apply his veteran knowledge and leadership to the Ducks this season

September 25, 2014