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Blue Jackets fire coach Brad Larsen after 2 seasons

By: Canadian Press

Larsen, 45, was a Blue Jackets assistant for seven years under Tortorella and predecessor Brad Richards before getting promoted.

April 15, 2023

Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog won't play in playoffs

By: Canadian Press

Gabriel Landeskog just couldn't get his surgically repaired right knee ready for another playoff run.

April 13, 2023

Natalie Spooner remains on top amid women’s world championship

By: Chris Lomon

Seeing the women’s game continue to grow in popularity is a source of pride for Spooner and her contemporaries.

April 13, 2023

Players prepare to face off Down Under

By: Chris Lomon

Players from the Kings and Coyotes will take part in the first NHL game in the Southern Hemisphere as part of the NHL Global Series in September.

April 12, 2023

Melbourne to host first-ever National Hockey League games In the Southern Hemisphere

By: NHL media release

2023 NHL Global Series – Melbourne to feature preseason matchups between Arizona Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings on Sept. 23-24

April 11, 2023

Foes become friends as Garnet Hathaway settles into role with the Bruins

By: Chris Lomon

Hathaway was traded from the Washington Capitals to the Boston Bruins on February 23.

April 6, 2023

NHLPA Goals & Dreams helps NHL alumnus Sandy McCarthy bring hockey to Délı̨nę

By: Chris Lomon

Délı̨nę Minor Hockey received 25 brand new sets of hockey equipment this month, courtesy of the NHLPA Goals & Dreams fund.

April 4, 2023

West Lorne Has Been Crowned the Winner of Kraft Hockeyville 2023

By: NHLPA/NHL/Kraft media release

West Lorne will receive $250,000 in arena upgrades, helping the community expand their arena to accommodate more hockey players and fans.

April 1, 2023

During a career season, Vince Dunn credits Kraken organization for success

By: Chris Lomon

Dunn has already hit numerous personal-best marks this season, including in goals, assists, points and average time on ice per game.

March 31, 2023

NHLPA, NHL Alumni Association and NHL announce joint donation to Borje Salming ALS Foundation

By: Media Release

The three organizations have announced a joint donation of $100,000 to the Borje Salming ALS Foundation.

March 31, 2023

Watch: Marty Walsh Introductory Media Conference

By: NHLPA Staff

Full introductory media conference with new NHLPA Executive Director, Martin J. Walsh.

March 30, 2023

Sharks sign D Nikolai Knyzhov to 2-year extension

By: Canadian Press

The San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season.

March 29, 2023

David Perron brings veteran mentorship to the Motor City

By: Chris Lomon

In Perron, the Red Wings have a respected figure with a long list of accomplishments, highlighted by a Stanley Cup win in 2019.

March 28, 2023

Walsh to meet media on Thursday in Toronto

By: NHLPA Staff

On February 16, Walsh was announced as NHLPA Executive Director. He started in his position with the NHLPA on Monday, March 20.

March 27, 2023

Blue Jackets' Patrik Laine out 2-4 weeks with triceps injury

By: Canadian Press

The Blue Jackets announced Laine's absence Friday before their home game against the New York Islanders.

March 24, 2023

Luke Schenn feels right at home in his return to Toronto

By: Chris Lomon

Although he spent 11-plus years playing elsewhere, Schenn felt right at home almost immediately upon his return to Toronto.

March 22, 2023

2022-23 NHLPA Player Poll results unveiled

By: NHLPA Media Release

626 NHL players took part in eighth edition of the survey.

March 22, 2023

NHL players gift Alex Ovechkin a piece of hockey history to celebrate historic achievements

By: Chris Lomon

Ovechkin received unique set of Gordie Howe items from NHLPA membership.

March 21, 2023

Marcus Foligno voices support for the women’s game, grateful for players’ efforts

By: Chris Lomon

The Minnesota Wild forward is staunch supporter of the women’s game, both internationally and the PWHPA.

March 16, 2023

Player Q&A | Paul Cotter

By: NHLPA Staff

If there was a national championship for this board game, Paul Cotter has a chance at gold.

March 15, 2023