
Aerin Frankel Makes History as PWHL MVP
Aerin Frankel becomes the first goaltender in PWHL history to earn MVP honors, posting a career‑best 1.17 goals‑against average and eight shutouts.
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Aerin Frankel becomes the first goaltender in PWHL history to earn MVP honors, posting a career‑best 1.17 goals‑against average and eight shutouts.

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.
Two‑time Olympic gold medalist Megan Keller discusses her path from Michigan rinks to the 2026 Milan victory, her summer camp for girls, and the expanding Professional Women’s Hockey League.

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 Professional Women’s Hockey League revealed its 2025‑26 postseason awards, spotlighting former NCAA players who dominated in statistics, impact and rookie performance.

Aerin Frankel captured both MVP and Goalie of the Year honors as the Boston Fleet dominated the Professional Women’s Hockey League awards, with Megan Keller, Kris Sparre and Haley Winn also taking home major titles.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League honored its brightest stars, with Aerin Frankel sweeping MVP and goalie awards while the Boston Fleet celebrated a breakthrough season.

The Professional Women's Hockey League honored its brightest stars in Detroit, recognizing record‑setting performances, rookie breakthroughs and impactful community work.

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

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

The Professional Women’s Hockey League team Montréal Victoire secured their inaugural Walter Cup with a 4‑0 triumph over the Ottawa Charge, a moment highlighted by captain Marie‑Philip Poulin, her wife Laura Stacey, and trailblazing coach Kori Cheverie.

Montréal Victoire secured their inaugural Walter Cup with a dominant 4‑0 win over Ottawa, marking a milestone for Canadian representation and female leadership in the sport.

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.

Marie-Philip Poulin's no-look pass set up the overtime winner in Game 2, showcasing her clutch skill and leadership as the Montreal Victoire lead the Walter Cup final 2-0.

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 Professional Women's Hockey League is set to crown its first all‑Canadian Walter Cup champion, with both teams highlighting preparation, unity, and the weight of expectation ahead of Game 1.

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.

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.

Despite a 24‑hour postponement, Montreal’s Victoire edged Minnesota 2‑1, with Desbiens making 25 saves and Poulin delivering the decisive goal.

A postponed playoff game between the Minnesota Frost and Montreal Victoire has raised health concerns, but officials say the symptoms are not linked to hantavirus. The league is working with medical personnel to determine a safe reschedule, a move that could reshape the championship timeline.