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“Have You Ever Seen Semi-Pro?” An NHL Playoff Preview

The Favorites. The Contenders. The Outsiders. Let’s get it.

Somebody’s Going To Be A Hero Tonight

Canada vs. Team USA for men’s hockey gold. This is the story of the game, from the players who played in it.

To My Golden Knights Family

Three months ago, I was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Crazy, right? I’m usually not the most outspoken guy in the world, and this is a tough thing to open u

Let's Bring It Home

“Boston is in my blood. Boston raised me. This place is my home.”

All-Access: San Jose Sharks

The Stanley Cup playoffs start tonight and as the San Jose Sharks begin their championship quest, The Players’ Tribune gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the

… And Then We Got Mario Kart Tattoos

My emotions were just all over the place when I was on the ice. Then two things happened that really changed my life.

MOM, DON’T READ THIS

The guys thought this was the funniest thing in the world. I got destroyed. I was trapped.

What’s the Plan Tonight?

I’m ready to play the best hockey of my career in Philly because of everything I experienced in Toronto.

Adam Oates Talks The Importance Of Hockey IQ | The Players' Tribune

Skills Aren't Enough

NHL Hall of Famer Adam Oates teaches technique to today's NHL players.

We’re Going to Vegas

With a trade like this one — I mean, you’re pretty much working through every emotion in the book.

I’m Not Connor McDavid

I was perched up on that chair. On my tippy toes … all ready to go. I just had to take that one last step and it all would’ve been over. The end.

To the Islanders Faithful

It’s the reason why I wanted to write this letter: my real, honest, still-there love for the New York Islanders hockey franchise. And my not wanting to leave.