
PWHL Offseason Moves: Expansion Teams Shine as Veteran Franchises Face Turbulence
The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.
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The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.

Emma‑Sofie Nordström, a standout net‑minder from St. Lawrence University, was chosen by PWHL Hamilton in the fifth round of the 2026 draft, marking a milestone for Danish hockey and highlighting a growing pipeline of international talent in the league.

The 2025‑26 salary guide from the PWHL Players Association reveals a broad pay spectrum among Minnesota’s professional women’s hockey players, comparing earnings to state and national medians and highlighting both top earners and those on the league minimum.

The Minnesota Frost saw their Walter Cup title defense close with a 2‑1 loss to the Montréal Victoire in Game 5, a match delayed by illness concerns but still delivering dramatic moments.

The Professional Women's Hockey League announced the postponement of Game 5 of the semifinal series between Minnesota and Montreal due to player safety concerns, clearing the way for a Walter Cup Final showdown.