The Alumni Association 's ties to both the NHLPA and NHL remain strong .
In November 1999 , the NHL Alumni Association was established as an independent association , by amalgamating two Alumni groups formed by the National Hockey League and NHL Players ' Association .
The NHL Alumni Association   's ties to both the NHL Players ' Association and National Hockey League remain strong .
In November 1999 , the NHL Alumni Association was established as an independent association , by amalgamating two Alumni groups formed by the National Hockey League and NHL Players ' Association .