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Executive Director search update
The NHLPA is continuing the ongoing process of searching for a successor to current NHLPA Executive Director, Don Fehr.
Three-time Cup winner Duncan Keith announces retirement after 17 NHL seasons
Family is why Keith feels he's in a good place to end his NHL career after 17 seasons, three Stanley Cups and two Norris Trophy awards.
NHL players prepare their paddles for Smashfest X
Set for July 20 in Toronto, several NHL players will take part in an evening that raises money for rare cancer and concussion research.
LA Kings sign Adrian Kempe to 4-year, $22 million extension
Kempe set career highs last season with 35 goals and 54 points last season while earning his first All-Star Game selection.
Predators sign Filip Forsberg to $68M, 8-year contract
Forsberg, who turns 28 in August, is coming off the best season of his career.
BioSteel named official hydration partner of the NHL and NHLPA
Historic partnership brings brand that was born in an NHL locker room and co-founded by veteran player, back to its roots.
Dominic Moore gets ready to serve up Smashfest X
Set for July 20 at Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto, Smashfest, makes its return to Toronto.
Wild re-sign defenseman Jake Middleton to 3-year deal
The Minnesota Wild re-signed defenseman Jake Middleton to a three-year, $7.35 million contract Wednesday.
Former NHL defenceman Bryan Marchment dies at 53
Former NHL defenseman Bryan Marchment died unexpectedly Wednesday in Montreal, his agent said. He was 53.
His NHL Draft story remains memorable for Anders Lee
The New York Islanders captain, is part of an impressive list of late-round draft picks who have gone on to enjoy a prosperous NHL careers.
Penguins sign goalie Casey DeSmith to a 2-year extension
The 30-year-old played in 26 games for Pittsburgh in 2021-22, going 11-6-5 with a 2.79 goals-against average and .914 save percentage.
NHLPA Assists in Action contributes $102,956 to Kids Help Phone
A total of 14,708 assists were recorded by NHL players during the regular season and playoffs.
Panthers' Duclair has surgery to repair Achilles tendon
Duclair is expected to return midseason in 2022-23. The 26-year-old injured his left Achilles tendon in offseason training.
Vancouver Canucks ink Brock Boeser to three-year, US$19.95-million deal
Boeser, who hails from Burnsville, Minn., put up 46 points (23 goals, 23 assists) in 71 games last season.
Bruins hire Montgomery as coach to replace Cassidy
Montgomery replaces Bruce Cassidy, who was fired after the team's loss in the first round of the playoffs.
Lightning retain Nick Paul with 7-year, $22 million contract
Paul, who will earn an average of $3.15million under his new contract, had five goals and four assists in his first playoff action.
Sedin brothers set the bar for Horvat
With a trio of legendary Canucks getting the call to the hall, Vancouver captain Bo Horvat reflects.
Kuemper to head back to Saskatoon a champion
Whether it’s his teammates, his family or his hometown – Darcy Kuemper ranks sharing his success with others among the best parts of winning the Stanley Cup.
NHLPA Goals & Dreams to reach $675,000 in hockey equipment donated since 2020
Total includes $250,000 in 2021-22 equipment donations from the NHL Players’ G&D program.
Sedins, Luongo, Alfredsson headline Hockey Hall of Fame's 2022 class
The hall's 2020 edition was finally inducted last November after a delay because of the COVID-19 pandemic.