Hartman to have hearing for actions in Wild game Forward facing discipline for interference against Jets forward Ehlers

NHLPA statement following Executive Board meeting

On the NHLPA’s Executive Board call today, Don Fehr recommended that an independent investigation be commenced by outside legal counsel in order to review the NHLPA’s response to the Kyle Beach matter. The Executive Board is currently voting on this matter.

Statement from NHLPA Executive Director Don Fehr on Kyle Beach

National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) Executive Director Don Fehr issued the following statement today:

“Kyle Beach has been through a horrific experience and has shown true courage in telling his story. There is no doubt that the system failed to support him in his time of need, and we are part of that system.

David Mackay’s unpunished 'bump': why Australian sports must do more to tackle head and facial injuries

Published Monday, 18 October 2021.

NHLPA, NHL announce Transition Rules, critical dates for 2021-22 season

The National Hockey League (NHL) and National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced today transition rules and critical dates for the 2021-22 season.

Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 2

Published Tuesday, 21 September 2021.

LawInSport Weekly News Roundup - 10 September

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NHL and NHLPA announce agreement with IIHF

NHL reaches 7-year deal with Turner Sports, ending NBC run

Sports law in 2020 - key issues to watch in North America

Published Monday, 30 December 2019.

The Games must go on: 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games and the National Hockey League

Published Monday, 13 January 2014.

Ensuring Fair Process For Players In Sexual Assault Claims - The Jake Virtanen NHL Case

Published Friday, 26 August 2022.

Quenneville resigns as Panthers coach, named in Blackhawks investigation

Joel Quenneville resigned as coach of the Florida Panthers on Thursday after being implicated in an independent investigation into the Chicago Blackhawks for allegations by former player Kyle Beach of sexual assault by then-video coach Brad Aldrich in 2010.

NHLPA and NHL agree to long-term trading card license extensions with Upper Deck

The National Hockey League (NHL) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) today announced that each have agreed to long-term extensions of their licenses with The Upper Deck Company to be the exclusive licensed manufacturer of physical trading cards. NFT trading cards will also be part of the assortment of the NHLPA- and NHL-licensed offerings from Upper Deck in the future.

NHLPA/NHL media release regarding Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price

The National Hockey League (NHL) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced today that goalie Carey Price of the Montreal Canadiens will be away from the team while voluntarily taking part in the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program.

Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 3

Published Tuesday, 21 September 2021.

Comparing Approaches to Anti-Doping: WADA, MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL & UFC: Part 1

Published Tuesday, 21 September 2021.

NHL involvement fuels growing anticipation for Beijing 2022 Games

During today’s International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) meeting, a progress report from the Beijing 2022 Organising Committee highlighted the growing anticipation and preparedness for next year’s Games. This follows the recent confirmation that National Hockey League (NHL) ice hockey players will participate in Beijing.