Recent News

Ryan Hartman warming up for the 2022 Winter Classic

By: Chris Lomon

The 2022 Discover NHL Winter Classic will represent the Minnesota Wild winger’s second appearance in the annual event.

December 31, 2021

Player Q&A | Drew Doughty

By: NHLPA Staff

Cowabunga! Drew Doughty dives into his favourites.

December 30, 2021

NHL and NHLPA agree to modify COVID protocol

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The modification will reduce the isolation period after a positive test from 10 days to five days for fully vaccinated Players who meet the required conditions. All personnel will continue to comply with health and safety regulations in their jurisdictions.

December 29, 2021

From gold medallist to fan – Andrew Ladd on passing down the world juniors tradition

By: Chris Lomon

Playing for his country on the world junior stage was a dream realized for Ladd.

December 29, 2021

NHL, NHLPA agree to temporary changes to CBA, including reintroduction of taxi squads

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Three additional games have been postponed for COVID-related reasons.

December 26, 2021

NHL postpones 14 games; won't resume play until Tuesday

By: Canadian Press

The league said Friday it now plans to resume play Tuesday in a decision that increases the total of postponed games to 64 this season.

December 25, 2021

Player Q&A | Dylan Cozens

By: NHLPA Staff

When he wasn't on the ice, a young Dylan Cozens was probably watching this cartoon about a sponge who lived in a pineapple under the sea.

December 24, 2021

NHLPA Goals & Dreams donation helps bring Pakua Shipu together

By: Chris Lomon

“It was a lot of wonderful equipment, all at once, and I was really impressed with the generosity of the NHLPA."

December 23, 2021

Statement from NHLPA executive director Don Fehr on Olympics

"We expect that NHL players will return to the Olympics in 2026.​”

December 22, 2021

NHL, NHLPA agree to begin holiday break after Tuesday’s games, resume practices on Dec. 26, game schedule on Dec. 27

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Remaining games scheduled for December 23 postponed.

December 20, 2021

NHLPA, NHL agree to continue regular-season schedule; discussion on Olympic participation ongoing with final determination expected in the coming days

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Cross-border games through December 23 postponed.

December 19, 2021

NHLPA, NHL Announce Enhanced COVID-19 Measures

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

These enhanced measures will remain in place through the Holiday season and the New Year.

December 18, 2021

Sleepless nights no more – James Reimer’s road to 400 NHL games

By: Chris Lomon

With 400 NHL games now under his belt, James Reimer reflects on the journey, including the butterflies of his first NHL start.

December 16, 2021

Player Q&A | Roman Josi

By: NHLPA Staff

It appears that living in the same state as Graceland has influenced Roman Josi's musical tastes.

December 15, 2021

Loui Eriksson surpasses personal goal of making it to the NHL, by reaching 1,000 games

By: Chris Lomon

From one to 1,000 – Loui Eriksson looks back on his journey to 1,000 NHL games and the people who helped him get there.

December 14, 2021

NHL postpones Flames games through Thursday due to COVID-19 outbreak

By: Canadian Press

Postponed games include Monday night's game at Chicago, Tuesday's game at Nashville and Thursday's home game against Toronto.

December 13, 2021

Brian Elliott gets creative in the crease with mask designs

By: Chris Lomon

Known for his creative goalie masks, Brian Elliott discusses his latest creation.

December 9, 2021

Player Q&A | Tomas Hertl

By: NHLPA Staff

From the Offspring to Queen, Tomas Hertl on concerts, first CD purchases and more.

December 8, 2021

Marcus and Nick Foligno continue to honour late mother with cancer charity work

By: Chris Lomon

Marcus and Nick Foligno are working to assist cancer patients in Northern Ontario through the Janis Foligno Fondation.

December 7, 2021

Flyers fire Vigneault amid skid; Yeo named interim coach

By: Canadian Press

The Philadelphia Flyers fired coach Alain Vigneault on Monday with the team spiraling toward a franchise-worst losing streak.

December 6, 2021