
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.

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

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

The Professional Women's Hockey League's newest franchise in Hamilton has locked in its first five foundational players, blending leadership, Olympic experience and elite talent to launch a competitive squad.

Four‑time Olympian Alina Muller and Montreal defenceman Nicole Gosling have committed to the PWHL’s new Hamilton franchise, bringing international experience and local roots to the expanding league.

The Grand Rapids Griffins clinched a 4-3 overtime victory over the Chicago Wolves, while the Vegas Golden Knights’ appeal was denied, resulting in a draft‑pick forfeiture and a coach’s fine. At the same time, the Professional Women’s Hockey League announced San Jose as its newest franchise, and two Minnesota Frost players emerged as finalists for the Forward of the Year award.

The Professional Women's Hockey League has revealed its three finalists for the 2026 Forward of the Year award, highlighting record‑breaking seasons from Minnesota Frost’s Taylor Heise and Kelly Pannek, and Ottawa Charge’s Brianne Jenner.

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.

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.

Collegiate stars like Ellie Mabardy and Maggie Kime are driving a cultural shift, urging institutions and leagues to recognize women’s hockey with fair compensation and visibility.