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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

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

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.

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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 ...

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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

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

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.

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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

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

The Independent UK

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.

Chicago Sun-Times

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.

Tribune News Service

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.

Chicago Sun-Times

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.”

Sports Illustrated

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.

Chicago Tribune

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