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65+ NHLPA Members to Participate in NHLPA Open featuring Fortnite

By: NHLPA Staff

The field is set for the NHLPA Open featuring Fortnite!

May 18, 2020

My first video game

By: NHLPA Staff

Picture it. Video games... 2002.

May 15, 2020

NHLPA Open featuring Fortnite: 60+ NHLPA members compete May 18 for $200K charity prizing

By: NHLPA Media Release

Charity tournament created by J.T. Compher and Zach Hyman will stream live on ESPN Esports.

May 15, 2020

Miller raising funds for food banks through Steadfast Foundation auction

By: Chris Lomon

Just like the name of his charitable foundation, Ryan Miller is steadfast in his desire to make a difference.

May 14, 2020

Maroon and family generosity connects community through food

By: Chris Lomon

Wanting to do something was the easy part. Knowing what it would be was a little more difficult.

May 13, 2020

EVERFI Launches EduCup Challenge for K-12 Students in U.S. and Canada

By: Media Release

The regional challenge brings together sports leagues to support student learning and engagement while schools are closed.

May 13, 2020

A socially distant visit boosts Dubois and grandparents' spirits

By: Chris Lomon

Pierre-Luc Dubois’ fan base just got a whole lot bigger.

May 12, 2020

Kruger Products expands #RollingItForward with NHLPA and Donation to Food Banks Canada

By: Media Release

Kruger Products partners with seven hockey players in #RollingItForward initiative to donate to Food Banks Canada.

May 12, 2020

Reaves answers call for local youth through NHLPA G&D

By: Chris Lomon

Ryan Reaves doesn’t need to be wearing his No. 75 Vegas Golden Knights sweater to be a difference-maker.

May 8, 2020

NHLPA and NHL announce postponement of 2020 international events

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

The National Hockey League and National Hockey League Players’ Association today announced the postponement of its 2020 international games.

May 8, 2020

One minute with Sidney Crosby

By: NHLPA Staff

Pre-game rituals? Yeah, you could say Sidney Crosby's got a few.

May 7, 2020

Gallagher mastering TikTok – and french

By: Chris Lomon

And the award for Best Performance By A Pro Hockey Player on TikTok goes to… Brendan Gallagher.

May 6, 2020

FRONT LINE > FIRST LINE: Levelwear partners with NHLPA to honour front-liners

By: Media Release

The campaign is highlighted by the slogan “FRONT LINE > FIRST LINE” and will continue through the end of July.

May 5, 2020

New dad van Riemsdyk finding silver linings

By: Chris Lomon

When it came to his pregnant wife cutting his hair, James van Riemsdyk decided to just go with flow.

May 4, 2020

Road Warriors | Part III

By: NHLPA Staff

Kevin Hayes and Derek Stepan recall one of their favourite memories from the road during their time with the New York Rangers.

May 1, 2020

Dock Talk with Killer is must-see IGTV for a very worthy cause

By: Chris Lomon

It was supposed to be, at least early on, a one-hit wonder.

April 30, 2020

NHLPA and NHL issue status update on pause in 2019-20 season

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Following the NHL/NHLPA Return to Play Committee’s meeting and in line with guidance provided by medical experts and national and local authorities, the NHLPA and the NHL issued the following statement regarding the continuing pause in the 2019-20 season.

April 29, 2020

A return to rollerblades balancing out Suzuki's newfound talent amid pause

By: Chris Lomon

Nick Suzuki has a new set of wheels.

April 29, 2020

Eichel connecting with fans through Music Madness bracket

By: Chris Lomon

One of hockey’s most creative players is putting a creative (and classic) spin on an iconic sports event.

April 28, 2020

Blackhawks fire team president McDonough in surprising move

By: Canadian Press

The Chicago Blackhawks fired team president John McDonough on Monday, ending a wildly successful run that included three Stanley Cup championships.

April 27, 2020