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My first e-mail address | Part II
AOL instant messenger and more make the cut as players recall the first time they logged on!
Players surprise local youth at hockey practice
First came the equipment, then came an unforgettable day.
Annual trips deepen both family and team bond
Which of his parents rocked the Winnipeg Jets jersey better? Kyle Connor is giving that one a tie.
After the Buzzer | Jason Zucker
Jason Zucker is ready to play his part in the march of the Penguins.
Player Q&A | Sidney Crosby
If he weren't wearing the 'C' for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Sidney Crosby may still have been a captain if he'd followed a path away from hockey!
Compher sibling rivalry breeds skill and mutual respect
He’s a forward for the Colorado Avalanche. She’s a forward for Boston University. Together, they share a strong passion for hockey and deep respect for one another.
Player of the Week | Leon Draisaitl
Leon Draisaitl stepped up in a big way for the Edmonton Oilers by leading the NHL in points for the week with 10, highlighted by a four-point effort Tuesday against the Chicago Blackhawks.
My first album | Part II
First albums aren't always age appropriate – but for different reasons depending on which player you ask!
My first date | Part II
Players share their first-date stories in the spirit of Valentine's Day!
Catching up with Mici: A donation that fueled a future captain's dream
The year was 2009, and Mirzet Hodzic was the recipient of an NHLPA G&D donation. Ten years later, he’s the captain of the Bosnia and Herzegovina men’s national team.
After the Buzzer | Jakob Chychrun
We caught up after the buzzer with the young blueliner, who is currently having a career-year with the Arizona Coyotes on the ice.
Player Q&A | Anze Kopitar
It's anything Avicii and a shoutout to Bailey in this week's Player Q&A with Anze Kopitar.
Discipline guides Cogliano, set to play 1,000th for hometown crowd
The one thought that went through Andrew Cogliano’s mind before his first NHL game will be the same one he has ahead of his 1,000th game.
My first kiss
Love is in the air with Valentine's Day approaching, so we asked players if they could remember their first smooch!
Player of the Week | Kyle Connor
Kyle Connor led the league in scoring for the week with eight points over four game over the weekend to help the Winnipeg Jets reclaim a playoff spot.
Marner, NHLPA Goals & Dreams further youth hockey
Considering everything the game has provided him, Mitch Marner never took playing hockey for granted.
My first date | Part I
Which player (eventually) mustered up the courage, who missed their shot – and who wishes they could forget their first date.
Danaults tackling bullying culture together
Phillip and Marie-Pierre Danault often spoke of ways they could give back to their community. In 2018, they found their cause.
Player Q&A | Torey Krug
His hometown may be Livonia, Michigan, but it wasn't the local spoked logo that graced Torey Krug's favourite NHL jersey growing up.
After the Buzzer | Sam Reinhart
Sam Reinhart stopped by NHLPA.com to talk family road trips, Super Bowl food, the Buffalo sports scene, and who has better lederhosen game, himself or Jack Eichel.