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NHL issues update on phased return to sport protocol

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The NHLPA and NHL have announced the frameworks that will govern Players and Clubs in Phase 3 (formal training camps) and Phase 4 (resumption of competition).

July 6, 2020

NHLPA, NHL reach tentative agreement on return to play plan, CBA extension

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The NHL and NHLPA have reached a tentative agreement on a Return to Play Plan and Memorandum of Understanding.

July 6, 2020

Player Q&A | Tomas Hertl

By: NHLPA Staff

He's one of the funniest in the league but what would Tomas Hertl be doing if he wasn't suiting up for the San Jose Sharks as an NHL player?

July 6, 2020

One minute with Tuukka Rask

By: NHLPA Staff

From one of the latest books he's read to his ultimate road trip partner, spend one minute with Tuukka Rask.

July 3, 2020

Simmonds: We want to make it comfortable for everyone to come to the rink

By: Chris Lomon

Wayne Simmonds, who recently took part in a webinar discussion on the lessons learned from "Willie, looks to help build an inclusive future as part of the Hockey Diversity Alliance.

July 2, 2020

Flyers' Lindblom completes treatment for rare bone cancer

By: Canadian Press

Philadelphia Flyers forward Oskar Lindblom has completed radiation treatments for a rare form of bone cancer.

July 2, 2020

Seabrook's latest donation continues commitment to Chicago students

By: Chris Lomon

One of the longest-serving players in Chicago Blackhawks’ history keeps coming up with new ways to give back.

July 1, 2020

Watson reflects on recovery process after meaningful visit

By: Chris Lomon

Austin Watson exhales slowly before he starts to answer. He doesn’t shy away from telling his story.

June 30, 2020

My first screen name

By: NHLPA Staff

Do you remember your first screen name?

June 26, 2020

Placeholder team wins NHL draft lottery

By: Canadian Press

Alexis Lafreniere will have to wait a little longer to find out where he'll start his NHL career.

June 26, 2020

Nilsson's goal an inclusive world for kids, teenagers

By: Chris Lomon

Anders Nilsson will never mask his support of the LGBTQ+ community.

June 26, 2020

Panthers' Barkov invests in his former Finnish club

By: Canadian Press

Aleksander Barkov started his hockey life as a 4-year-old for the Tappara club in his hometown of Tampere, Finland.

June 25, 2020

Talbot helps Alabama-Huntsville hockey program charge on

By: Chris Lomon

Cam Talbot, who played three seasons [2007-10] in net for the Chargers, is understandably thrilled to see hockey play on at UAH. He's not alone.

June 24, 2020

CP NewsAlert: Jarome Iginla headlines Hockey Hall of Fame's 2020 class

By: Canadian Press

Jarome Iginla will headline the Hockey Hall of Fame's class of 2020.

June 24, 2020

Rebuild Minnesota: Dumba looks to help leave lasting difference

By: Chris Lomon

As he sat watching the television, Dumba felt much farther away than the 1,900 kilometers between where he was in Calgary and his NHL home in Minneapolis.

June 23, 2020

Cancer-stricken Flyers forward Lindblom skates with team

By: Canadian Press

Philadelphia Flyers forward Oskar Lindblom skated with team Tuesday in one of the few times he’s hit the ice since he was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.

June 23, 2020

Chris Thorburn announces retirement following 801 NHL GP

By: NHLPA Media Release

Chris Thorburn has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey today following a playing career that included 801 NHL regular-season games.

June 22, 2020

Feds approve NHL cohort quarantine plan, removing an obstacle for hub cities

By: Canadian Press

The federal government has approved the NHL's proposal of a cohort quarantine approach for players entering Canada, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said Friday.

June 19, 2020

Black hockey history all fans should know

By: NHLPA Staff

From the slapshot to covering the puck, the Black community has helped shape the sport of hockey today as we know it.

June 19, 2020

Inspired by friend Demitra, Tatar pays it forward with hometown hockey club visit

By: Chris Lomon

Tomáš Tatar’s recent visit with kids at his hometown hockey club was about remembering the past, embracing the present, and inspiring the future.

June 18, 2020