Veteran Union Leader Marty Walsh Tapped to Head NHL Players' Association

Walsh left his position as U.S. Labor Secretary to take over as executive director of the NHL Players' Association.
Walsh aims to address players' key concerns like the Arizona Coyotes' arena issues and the league's salary cap.
Walsh seeks to expand hockey's reach and revenue, exploring new markets in Latin America and North America.
Walsh has a collaborative relationship with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman but acknowledges future collective bargaining could bring challenges.
With a career in labor unions, Walsh feels well-prepared for role advocating for NHL players.