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sports1 year ago

4 Nations Face-Off: Team Canada Roster Insights and Predictions

The NHL and NHLPA are organizing the 4 Nations Face-Off, a round-robin tournament featuring national teams from Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States, to be held from February 12-20, 2024, in Montreal and Boston. This event replaces the NHL All-Star Game for the season and serves as a precursor to the 2026 Olympics, marking the first best-on-best international tournament with NHL players since the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. The tournament format includes a final between the top two teams, and players are enthusiastic about the opportunity to represent their countries.

via ESPN|
#4-nations-face-off#international-hockey#nhl
sports1 year ago

"NHLPA Poll Reveals Top Players and Surprising Shifts in Player Rankings"

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby was voted the NHL's most complete player in the annual NHLPA poll, while Connor McDavid was chosen as the forward you'd want on your team if you needed to win one game. Other winners included Andrei Vasilevskiy for best goalie, Cale Makar for best defenseman, and T-Mobile Arena, home to the Vegas Golden Knights, was named the toughest place to play as a visiting team.

via ESPN|
#connor-mcdavid#nhl#nhlpa
sports1 year ago

"NHLPA Player Poll: McDavid, Crosby, and Hughes Shine in 2023-24 Results"

The NHLPA has revealed the results of its 2023-24 Player Poll, with 639 NHLPA members participating in the survey, covering 15 questions on various hockey topics. The poll included categories such as the most complete NHL player, preferred players for a must-win game, and the player with the best style. Results showed players from 18 different teams achieving top five placements, and fans can view the full results on NHLPA.com.

via NHLPA.com|
#2023-24-season#hockey#nhl
sports2 years ago

NHL's Gambling Issue Escalates: Shane Pinto's Suspension Raises Concerns

The NHL's first player suspension for online sports betting raises questions about the potential risks of legalized online gambling for young athletes. While the league and its teams benefit financially from gambling partnerships, the incident involving 22-year-old Shane Pinto highlights the vulnerability of young people to the allure of online sports betting. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has already taken steps to restrict the use of athletes and celebrities in gambling advertising to protect minors. The NHLPA is expected to further educate its members on the risks associated with gambling. The incident prompts a broader discussion about the need to better contain the influence of online sports gambling in the world of professional sports.

via The Athletic|
#gambling#nhl#nhlpa
sports2 years ago

"The Evolution of NHL: From Ice to Icons"

The NHL and NHL Players' Association have announced the creation of the Player Inclusion Coalition, consisting of current and former NHL players and women's professional hockey players, with the goal of advancing equality and inclusion in hockey. The coalition plans to use its platform to promote inclusion for all individuals connected to the sport, from youth players to professionals, and has earmarked $1 million to support its programs. The coalition's members include notable players such as Anson Carter, P.K. Subban, and Sarah Nurse, and they aim to develop and execute action plans to make hockey more welcoming and inclusive.

via NHL.com|
#equality#inclusion#nhl
sports2 years ago

"The Evolution of NHL: From Ice to Icons"

The NHL and NHLPA have launched the NHL Player Inclusion Coalition, a group of current and former NHL players and women's professional hockey players dedicated to advancing equality and inclusion in hockey. With over $1 million in funding, the coalition aims to support grassroots organizations, promote player-perspective storytelling, and implement special projects. Co-chaired by Anson Carter and P.K. Subban, the coalition consists of 20 members representing diverse perspectives, including players of color, LGBTQ+ players, and allies. The coalition's focus is on taking action to improve experiences for underrepresented groups in hockey, with initiatives such as educational sessions, diversity advocacy, and youth engagement programs.

via NHL.com|
#diversity#inclusion#nhl
sports2 years ago

NHLPA Player Poll Reveals Top Players, Cities, and Arenas in 2023.

The National Hockey League Players’ Association has released the results of its 2022-23 NHLPA Player Poll, in which 626 NHL players participated. The survey covered 14 questions on various on- and off-ice hockey topics, including the most complete NHL player, the top defenceman, and the most impactful forward in a must-win game. The players were also asked to pick the best women’s hockey player and the player with the best shoe game, among others.

via NHLPA.com|
#hockey#nhl#nhlpa