NHL Players Union Files Grievance Over New CBA Proposal The National Hockey League Players Association (NHLPA) has taken a significant step in the ongoing labor negotiations between the league and its players. According to sources, the NHLPA has filed a grievance against the NHL's latest collective bargaining agreement (CBA) proposal, citing concerns over revenue sharing, salary caps, and other key issues. The move marks a major escalation in the negotiations, which have been ongoing for months. As the two sides continue to negotiate, the future of the NHL season hangs in the balance, with players and owners at odds over the terms of a new CBA.