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Player of the Week - Henrik Zetterberg

By: NHLPA Staff

Henrik Zetterberg has a stellar career resume, one that includes a Stanley Cup, an Olympic Gold medal and a World Championship title. The Red Wings star, who was named the club's captain this season, is back at peak form and leading the Wings up the standings in the Western Conference.

February 11, 2013

An Ideal Combination of Determination & Desire

By: Chris Lomon

Chris Kunitz is a huge part of the Penguins team, something that does not surprise his college coach

February 11, 2013

NHLPA GOALS & DREAMS TO DONATE HOCKEY EQUIPMENT TO GRASSROOTS HOCKEY IN PETERBOROUGH, ON

By: NHLPA Staff

Equipment valued at approximately $50,000 to be donated as part of the Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada celebration

February 9, 2013

Much Confidence for Karlsson

By: Chris Lomon

The 2011-12 Norris Trophy winning defenseman is having an impressive start, leading a strong Senators squad

February 8, 2013

Behind-the-Scenes of the Verizon NHL GameCentre Commercials

By: Catherine Faas

See exclusive photos from the commercial shoots starring Scott Hartnell, Matt Greene, Jarret Stoll, Jonathan Quick, and Dustin Brown.

February 8, 2013

THE NHLPA, UPPER DECK & THE NHL OFFERING CANADIAN FANS FREE HOCKEY CARDS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL HOCKEY CARD DAY!

By: NHLPA Staff

The celebration occurs on Saturday, February 9th, in conjunction with “Hockey Day in Canada”.

February 7, 2013

No Excuses That He Knows

By: Chris Lomon

Jamie McGinn & his Avalanche teammates refuse to let some freak injuries derail their 2013 season

February 6, 2013

Matthew Lombardi on What Makes A Good Coach

By: NHLPA Staff

Matthew Lombardi has had many coaches over the course of his years playing hockey, and he's had time to reflect on the qualities that he feels makes the strongest type of coach.

February 5, 2013

Marleau and Two Joe’s

By: Chris Lomon

Patrick Marleau is heaping praise for his blistering start on his linemates, Thornton and Pavelski

February 4, 2013

#HockeyTalks Launches to Raise Awareness for Mental Health

By: Eric Epstein

This month, the seven Canadian NHL clubs and their players are bringing a difficult topic to the forefront of the hockey season: mental health and wellness awareness and education.

February 1, 2013

Early Season Success in SoCal

By: Chris Lomon

Dan Winnik is adjusting well to playing in Anaheim and is helping the Ducks to a strong start in 2013

February 1, 2013

No Singing the Blues in St. Louis

By: Chris Lomon

Shattenkirk a standout on the backend as the Blues have come out of the gates quickly in 2013

January 30, 2013

A Night of NHL Milestones and Career Highlights

By: Catherine Faas

Tuesday, January 29th marked a night full of first and landmark career goals for many NHLPA members.

January 30, 2013

P.K. Subban Supports “White Out for Mandi”

By: Catherine Faas

P.K. Subban attends Yale women’s charity hockey game dedicated to the late Mandi Schwartz (1988-2011).

January 28, 2013

No Diminished Desire to Win

By: Chris Lomon

After 1,000 games played Vincent Lecavalier is still passionate about leading the Lightning to success

January 28, 2013

Player of the Week - Daniel Winnik

By: NHLPA Staff

Daniel Winnik is the Player of the Week for January 18 - 25, 2013

January 25, 2013

Isles Looking to ‘Grab’ An Opportunity

By: Chris Lomon

Speedy forward Michael Grabner eager to help the Islanders meet their playoff expectations

January 25, 2013

Ryan Kesler Surprises Fans

By: Catherine Faas

Vancouver Canucks center Ryan Kesler has been spending time surprising fans around Vancouver for the past few days.

January 25, 2013

Hudella & Hendricks Proud to ‘Defend the Blue Line’

By: Shane Hudella

From December 11th to 18th, NHLPA member and Washington Capitals forward Matt Hendricks joined his friend Shane Hudella to visit American troops in Bahrain, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, and Germany as ambassadors of the ‘Defending the Blue Line’ program.

January 23, 2013

Between The Bluelines With Erik Cole

By: Chris Lomon

Habs forward happy to be back and looking forward to making a playoff push in Montreal

January 23, 2013