NHL Players Union Files Grievance Against League Over COVID-19 Protocols The National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) has taken a significant step in its ongoing dispute with the NHL over COVID-19 protocols. According to sources, the players' union has filed a formal grievance against the league, citing concerns over the handling of players who have contracted the virus and the lack of transparency in the testing process. The grievance is the latest development in a long-standing feud between the NHLPA and the NHL, which has seen several high-profile players speak out against the league's COVID-19 protocols. As the NHL continues to navigate the challenges of playing a season during a pandemic, the players' union is pushing for greater protections and support for its members.