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It’s A Small Holiday World

By: NHLPA Staff

Players from around the globe share with us their holiday routines and traditions.

December 23, 2014

VIDEO: Player Holiday Traditions

By: NHLPA Staff

The holiday season is a time of gathering with family and friends and taking part in routines and traditions that make it such a special time of year.

December 23, 2014

L’ORÉAL PRESENTS MORE-THAN-YOU-EVER-NEEDED-TO-KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAVOURITE NHL PLAYERS

By: NHLPA Staff

Fascinating #22RandomFacts videos created for MenExpert.ca starring Joffrey Lupul, Alexandre Burrows, and Brendan Gallagher.

December 23, 2014

Giving The Gift Of Hearing

By: Chris Lomon

David & Kelly Backes traveled to Kenya this past summer with Starkey Hearing Foundation to help bring the gift of hearing to people in the African country

December 22, 2014

G&D 15 Tour Visits Vancouver

By: Catherine Faas

On Thursday, NHLPA Goals & Dreams celebrated the third stop on its 15th Anniversary tour in Vancouver with the Sedin Family Foundation and KidSport BC.

December 20, 2014

This or That: Holiday Edition

By: NHLPA Staff

The holiday season is a joyous time of family, friends, food and revelry.

December 19, 2014

Derek Stepan Is A Hometown Boy

By: Chris Lomon

Though his NHL career sees him on the marquee in New York City, Derek’s heart is still in Hastings, Minnesota

December 17, 2014

Player of the Week - Max Pacioretty

By: Ryan Parker

Thanks to his play, his leadership and his community involvement, Max Pacioretty is the NHLPA.com Player of the Week!

December 16, 2014

‘Hero the Hero’ An Uplifting Story

By: Chris Lomon

Matt Carkner is proud to play a role in helping his wife Kary & sister-in-law Pam bring their children’s book to life

December 12, 2014

Medford Area Youth Hockey Association and NHLPA Goals & Dreams Team Up

By: NHLPA Staff

NHL Players’ program donates 25 sets of equipment to local children.

December 11, 2014

G&D 15 Tour Hits Canada’s Capital

By: Catherine Faas

On Monday, the NHLPA Goals & Dreams fund celebrated the second stop on its 15th Anniversary Tour in Ottawa, Ontario.

December 9, 2014

Player of the Week - Bobby Ryan

By: Ryan Parker

While the Ottawa Senators haven’t had the best start to the 2014-15, they can be content knowing they have a player like Bobby Ryan in the fold.

December 8, 2014

GEORGE PARROS RETIRES FROM NHL AFTER NINE SEASONS

By: NHLPA Staff

George Parros announced his retirement today from the National Hockey League (NHL) after playing nine NHL seasons.

December 5, 2014

The Players React to Jean Beliveau’s Passing

By: Catherine Faas

The players share their memories, condolences, and thoughts on social media following the passing of Jean Beliveau.

December 3, 2014

Hockey Great Jean Beliveau Passes Away

By: NHLPA.com with files from Montreal Canadiens Media Release

The Montreal Canadiens announced late Tuesday evening of the passing of Jean Béliveau at the age of 83.

December 3, 2014

G&D 15: Next Stop - Ottawa

By: Chris Lomon

The Goals & Dreams 15th Anniversary Tour Rolls Into Ottawa In Partnership With Project North and Sledge Hockey of Eastern Ontario

December 2, 2014

Player of the Week - Ryan Callahan

By: Ryan Parker

Ryan Callahan's recent high-level play and production make him our Player of the Week.

December 1, 2014

Sticking With HIs Dream

By: Chris Lomon

Dennis Wideman continues to put together a solid NHL career after being told he didn't have what it took to play at the highest level

November 28, 2014

Bo Horvat: An NHL Dream Realized

By: NHLPA Staff

As Bo Horvat approached his 10th NHL game, he knew that the Canucks had a tough decision to make; send him back to junior or secure his spot on the Vancouver Canucks roster.

November 26, 2014

A Leader To Lean On

By: Chris Lomon

Brad Boyes has taken the lessons he learned early in his career and applied them within his role with the Florida Panthers

November 25, 2014