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Can NHL Players Play in the Olympics? Understanding the Rules of NHL Participation

NHL players are set to appear in the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2014.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 18, 2025

NHL CBA establishes a $4M annual fund for retired players' health care and wellness

The NHL's new collective bargaining agreement establishes an emergency health care and wellness fund for alumni

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025

NHL stars to return to Olympic ice in 2026 after 12-year absence

For the first time in more than a decade, the world’s best hockey players will take center stage at the Olympic Games

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2025

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NHL, NHLPA, IOC and IIHF finalize agreement for players to participate in 2026 Olympics

The NHL, NHLPA and international officials finalized a long-ago agreed-to deal to send players to the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics

The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2025

An 84-game season is among the changes coming to the NHL as part of the new labor deal

An 84-game season is coming to the NHL as part of an extension of the collective bargaining agreement

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2025

A.J. Greer Makes Emotional Stanley Cup Final Debut

A.J. Greer returns from injury to make his long-awaited Stanley Cup Final debut in Game 3 for the Florida Panthers.

Sports Lens · Jun 9, 2025

NHL union, Boston College announce program to help players go back to school and finish their degree

NHL players who want to complete their college degrees will have a smoother pathway thanks to an agreement announced Wednesday between their union and Boston College

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

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NHL Players Union to Form Landmark Committee to Educate Players On CTE-Related Issues

Hockey's higherups have long downplayed any link between the disease and hockey.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 2, 2024

NHLPA UNLMT initiative unlocks players full potential on and off the ice

The NHLPA UNLMT initiative is helping grow players' passions in and outside of the sport of hockey.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 13, 2024

NHL Players Embrace Mental Health Education Program for Well-being

Unlocking the realm of mental health in hockey, the NHLPA introduces the First Line program, empowering players with knowledge and support. A game-changer ...

NHLPA unveils mental health initiative to help hockey players learn more, watch for warning signs

The NHL players union has launched a mental health program aimed at educating and helping players learn more about their own well-being and that of their teammates and families

The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2024

Corey Perry misconduct timeline becoming slightly clearer, but contract grievance could add another twist

The Blackhawks terminated Perry’s contract Wednesday, but an NHL Players’ Association spokesperson said they are “reviewing the matter” to determine if they will file a grievance, which they have 60 days to do.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 29, 2023

Blue Jackets Coach Mike Babcock Resigns Amid Privacy Concerns

The new coach reportedly asked to see personal photos to try to get to know the players better.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2023

U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh named NHLPA executive director

The NHLPA said its executive board with representatives from all 32 clubs unanimously approved Walsh’s appointment. Walsh will begin his new role in mid-March, succeeding longtime executive director Don Fehr, who had been in the job for more than a decade.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 16, 2023

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The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

NHLPA names Labor Secretary Marty Walsh executive director

The NHL Players' Association has hired U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh as its executive director

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 7, 2023

U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh will lead NHL players union

The hockey players’ union has been searching for a new executive director to take over for Don Fehr, who had been in charge for more than a decade.

Tribune News Service · Sep 15, 2022

Are San Jose Sharks open to a settlement with Evander Kane?

SAN JOSE, Calif. – General manager Mike Grier is hoping the NHL Players’ Association’s grievance against the Sharks — filed in January on Evander Kane’s behalf — can be put to rest soon even though there remained no end in sight as of earlier this week.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 17, 2022

Investigation into NHLPA’s handling of Kyle Beach’s sexual-assault allegations raises more questions than it answers

The investigation, conducted by Cozen O’Connor and released Friday, cleared the NHLPA and its director, Donald Fehr, of wrongdoing. But the findings leave many things unanswered.

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Sports Illustrated · Apr 16, 2022

Review of NHLPA’s Handling of Kyle Beach’s Allegations Find No Wrongdoing

The report stated that the warnings of Brad Aldrich were not addressed due to “miscommunication and misunderstanding.”

Chicago Tribune · Apr 16, 2022

Report finds ‘no wrongdoing’ by NHLPA’s Donald Fehr in his handling of Kyle Beach’s allegations

CHICAGO — An independent investigation into the NHL Players Association’s response to former Chicago Blackhawks prospect Kyle Beach’s sexual assault allegation couldn’t find “any wrongdoing” in how executive director Don Fehr and others handled the complaint.

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