Recent News
Smashfest® is back as Dominic Moore’s charity event returns for its 10th year
The NHLPA-supported charity event, which returns to Toronto after a two-year hiatus due to the global pandemic, will take place July 20th.
Colorado Avalanche crowned 2022 Stanley Cup champions
The Colorado Avalanche defeated the reigning two-time champion Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday night at Amalie Arena.
Avalanche D-man Cale Makar wins Conn Smythe as playoff MVP
Makar is the second defenseman to win the award over the past three years.
Prokop inspiring young people to ‘just be’
Through his partnership with Kids Help Phone, Luke Prokop is making an impact in the lives of young people across Canada.
NHL, NHLPA and NHL Alumni Association announce NFT partnership with Sweet
The Sweet-powered official NHL marketplace will offer officially-licensed collectibles including current and historical video moments and gamification features.
Paul Maurice hired as new coach of the Florida Panthers
Maurice will replace Panthers interim coach Andrew Brunette, who could remain with the organization if he chooses to do so.
Matthews humbled to earn nod from peers, spot in TLA history
The 2021-22 Ted Lindsay Award recipient, Auston Matthews, capped off a notable season with the vote from fellow NHLPA members.
Auston Matthews voted 2021-22 Ted Lindsay Award recipient by NHLPA members
Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs has received the players’ vote as the recipient of the 2021-22 Ted Lindsay Award.
Stars hire 2-time Cup Final coach DeBoer to replace Bowness
The Dallas Stars announced Tuesday that they have hired Peter DeBoer as their new coach, a month after he was fired by the Vegas Golden Knights.
Kraft Hockeyville 2020 and 2021 to feature Canadiens and Senators
Kraft Heinz Canada, in partnership with the NHL and NHLPA, have announced it will host two NHL preseason games between the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators.
Capitals' Backstrom undergoes hip resurfacing surgery
No timeline was given on his return other than the team saying Backstrom will begin a “lengthy” rehabilitation and recovery process immediately.
Former Tennessee governor buying majority share of Predators
The chairman of the Nashville Predators has agreed to sell the majority of his stake in the NHL team to former Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam.
NHL, NHLPA announce team payroll range for 2022-23
The NHLPA and NHL have announced the Team Payroll Range for the 2022-23 League Year.
Canadiens trade Shea Weber to Golden Knights for forward Evgenii Dadonov
Shea Weber has played his final game in a Montreal Canadiens' sweater. And maybe his last game in the NHL.
Johnson savoring first trip to final as longest-tenured Av
Erik Johnson is doing all he can to make the most of his first trip to the Stanley Cup Final.
PepsiCo, NHL and NHLPA announce multiyear North American partnership extension
PepsiCo maintains exclusive NHL and NHLPA North American rights in the carbonated soft drinks, water, energy drinks and savory snack categories.
Golden Knights hire former Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy
Cassidy becomes the Golden Knights’ third coach and replaces Peter DeBoer.
Suzuki proud to help lead HIFE efforts
Amid a season of career-best numbers, Nick Suzuki found ways to be a leader off the ice, too.
Predators sign defenceman Lauzon to 4 year, $8 million deal
Lauzon played 13 games with Nashville with a goal and a plus-3 rating, averaging 17 minutes, 6 seconds of ice time.
Mikko Koskinen signs two-year deal in Switzerland after four seasons with Oilers
Set to become an unrestricted free agent next month, the goaltender has signed a two-year contract with HC Lugano, the Swiss club.