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Between The Bluelines: Adrian Aucoin

By: Chris Lomon

The veteran blueliner gives some insight into how he came to the game as a child, his path to the NHL and his love of skiing

April 1, 2013

Zenon Konopka and His Pet Bunny Rabbit

By: Catherine Faas

One of the league’s toughest centers is the proud owner of an adorable, chubby black rabbit named Hoppy.

March 30, 2013

The March of the Penguins

By: Chris Lomon

Douglas Murray brings his physical, defensive style to Pittsburgh as the Pens go all-in on 2013

March 28, 2013

Wayne Fleming (1950-2013)

By: Ryan Parker

Sadly, after battling brain cancer, longtime NHL assistant coach Wayne Fleming passed away on Monday, at the age of 62. Players, executives and media from around the hockey world offfered their condolences, honouring a man who was highly respected within the game.

March 27, 2013

Player of the Week - Zach Parise

By: NHLPA Staff

The Minnesota native has returned to his home-state and has recently turned up the intensity and the production as the Wild have made a move in the standings. Zach's been a key producer during this stretch and is our Player of the Week.

March 27, 2013

Karl Alzner Lists His Standout Hockey Moments

By: NHLPA Staff

Karl Alzner has had a lot of memorable moments throughout the course of his hockey-playing years.

March 26, 2013

A True Team Effort

By: Chris Lomon

Tyler Bozak has his parents to thank for giving him the opportunity to realize his NHL dreams

March 26, 2013

In The Locker Room - The Race to the Playoffs

By: Ryan Parker

In this second installment of this 'In The Locker Room' feature, NHLPA.com spoke to the players for the Penguins and Leafs about the intensity of the 2013 season.

March 25, 2013

RBC Play Hockey Charity Challenge Nominated For Three Awards

By: NHLPA Staff

On Friday March 22nd, the NHLPA along with the RBC is nominated for three awards at the 16th Annual Star Awards Gala, honouring the best in event management in Canada.

March 22, 2013

A Guy You Want On Your Side

By: Chris Lomon

Teammates and former coaches agree, Wayne Simmonds is the type of player you want on your team

March 22, 2013

March Madness Picks - Tampa Bay Lightning

By: Ryan Parker

The NCAA 'March Madness' Tournament kicked off on Thursday, with sports fans filling out brackets and trying to top their friends and co-workers in office pools all across North America.

March 21, 2013

In The Locker Room - 2013 Compressed Schedule

By: Ryan Parker

NHLPA.com went 'In The Locker Room' with the Leafs and Penguins recently to discuss some of the issues prevalent in the league this season.

March 21, 2013

Mathieu Schneider - 2013 NHL GM Meetings

By: Ryan Parker

NHLPA Special Assistant to the Executive Director, Mathieu Schneider spoke to the media today following his involvement and participation in the GM Meetings being held in Toronto on March 20th.

March 20, 2013

Player of the Week: Jeff Carter

By: NHLPA Staff

Proving once again that he is one of the elite goal-scorers in the game today, Jeff Carter has had a hot hand recently.

March 19, 2013

Bickell Fishing For The Top in Chicago

By: Chris Lomon

Bryan Bickell and the Blackhawks are in top-form so far in 2013

March 18, 2013

A Most Outstanding Day for Malkin

By: Ryan Parker

The 2012 season was a special one for Evgeni Malkin.

March 16, 2013

Players Deliver a Special Message

By: NHLPA Staff

Landeskog, Clarkson & Pacioretty among NHLPA stars to lend their voice to the 2013 Special Hockey International Tournament

March 15, 2013

Between The Bluelines With Daniel Briere

By: Chris Lomon

The Flyers forward talks going from junior to the NHL, facing a goaltending legend & his overall career

March 13, 2013

Player of the Week: Jack Johnson

By: NHLPA Staff

Jack Johnson has been contributing in many ways recently, helping lead the Blue Jackets to an impressive streak of wins.

March 12, 2013

Eric Staal on Advice for Hockey Parents

By: Catherine Faas

Eric Staal’s mother and father are seasoned hockey parents.

March 12, 2013