
NHL Player Inclusion Coalition Expands Youth Hockey in Buffalo
The NHL Player Inclusion Coalition’s latest funding injection empowers a Buffalo youth hockey initiative, linking community investment with a broader mission to diversify the sport.
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The NHL Player Inclusion Coalition’s latest funding injection empowers a Buffalo youth hockey initiative, linking community investment with a broader mission to diversify the sport.

The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.
The 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League Draft saw five Wisconsin alumni selected in the first round, highlighting the program's rising influence on the global stage.

Five Wisconsin alumni become first‑round picks in the 2026 PWHL Draft, setting new records for the program and highlighting the league’s expanding talent pool.

Forward Abby Roque has re-signed with the Montréal Victoire on a two‑year deal, bringing her proven playoff prowess and international experience back to the roster as the franchise eyes another championship run.

The upcoming 2026 draft of the Professional Women’s Hockey League will feature five American Olympic gold medalists, highlight standout collegiate performers, and be broadcast across North America and internationally.

The Premier Women’s Hockey League announced its award winners, highlighting Frankel’s historic MVP honor and a host of other league accolades.

The Professional Women's Hockey League is experiencing a wave of player movements that are reshaping team compositions across the league.

The PWHL’s expansion process begins on June 2, with Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas and San Jose building their first teams. Montréal Victoire has announced the players it will safeguard, leaving several key contributors exposed to the draft.

The Players’ Association of the Professional Women’s Hockey League released comprehensive salary figures for the upcoming season, detailing base pay only and excluding any performance bonuses. Minimum salary stands at $37,131.50, with 17 players earning that amount, while the average team payroll sits near $58,350. Champion bonuses and top‑paid player contracts further illustrate the league’s financial dynamics.

The Montréal Victoire clinched the first Walter Cup, finishing a flawless 22‑2 run and setting attendance milestones across a 13‑game playoff.

Abby Roque, an Anishinaabe player from Wahnapitae First Nation, led Montreal Victoire to a 4-0 victory over Ottawa Charge in the Professional Women’s Hockey League finals, scoring two early goals. The win marks the first championship for a Canadian team in the league's three-year history and highlights the growing prominence of Indigenous athletes in professional hockey.

A father reflects on his children’s milestones and the growing influence of the Professional Women’s Hockey League on his daughter’s passion.

The Montreal Victoire clinched the inaugural Walter Cup, marking a watershed moment for women’s professional hockey. The victory coincides with an aggressive expansion plan that will bring new teams to North American markets, even as the league grapples with scheduling and player‑payment challenges.
The Montreal Canadiens survived a Game 7 battle against the Buffalo Sabres, with Alex Newhook scoring the overtime winner. The victory propels the Canadiens into a conference final against the Carolina Hurricanes while the Professional Women's Hockey League announces expansion to San Jose and Detroit, a move celebrated by local officials. Meanwhile, Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo hip surgery, casting uncertainty over his recovery.
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime during Game 7 of their Eastern Conference second-round playoff series. Alex Newhook scored the winning goal, and the team will now face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals. Meanwhile, the Professional Women's Hockey League announced its expansion to San Jose, California, and Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo hip surgery, casting uncertainty over his availability.

Montréal leads the Walter Cup Finals 2-0, with Game 3 set for May 18 at Canadian Tire Centre. Marie-Philip Poulin's seven playoff points put her within reach of a record, while a goaltending duel and a potential Canadian championship loom.

Abby Roque has emerged as one of the most dynamic forces in women’s ice hockey, blending elite skill with a record‑setting collegiate career.

In a tightly contested Walter Cup Finals opener, the Montréal Victoire rallied past the Ottawa Charge, with Abby Roque scoring the decisive goal in overtime. The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) now looks ahead to Game 2 in Montreal.

Montreal’s Laura Stacey returned from injury to help secure a 2‑1 overtime victory over Ottawa, with Abby Roque delivering the decisive goal.

The Montreal Victoire overcame the Minnesota Frost in a five‑game semifinal that featured hat tricks, ejections, triple‑overtime drama and a sudden illness postponement, securing their first ever finals appearance against the Ottawa Charge.