The Italian Olympian never expected Seattle to call her name at the 2026 PWHL Draft. After a career built on taking chances, Gabriella Durante is embracing the uncertainty again as she prepares to fight for a roster spot.
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The Seattle Torrent guide to building community
In their inaugural season, the Torrent didn’t wait to build a fanbase before investing in Seattle. They tried to build one through the community itself.
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Seattle Torrent summer roster check-in
Expansion, free agency, the draft and a coaching change reshaped the Seattle Torrent this offseason. Here’s where the roster stands entering training camp, what’s changed since Year 1 and which questions remain before the 2026-27 PWHL season begins.
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Seattle Torrent add elite goal scorer Abbey Murphy with the second overall pick
Seattle’s No. 2 overall pick fits the Torrent’s push toward a faster, more relentless identity while also bringing off-ice questions the organization will have to navigate.
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2026 PWHL Draft prospects that fit Seattle Torrent’s new identity
Seattle GM Meghan Turner wants a fast, punishing, relentless team. These draft targets fit the identity the Torrent appear to be building.
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After a brutal Phase 2, who should the Seattle Torrent protect next?
After losing foundational players, the Seattle Torrent face a critical Phase 3 protection window. Here’s who should be next on the protected list.
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Seattle Torrent prioritize identity and youth in Phase 1 protections
The Seattle Torrent surprised many with their Phase 1 protections. The decisions reveal Meghan Turner’s long-term vision for a younger, heavier roster built to compete for a Walter Cup.
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Which Seattle Torrent stars deserve Phase 1 protection?
The Seattle Torrent can protect only three players during Phase 1 of the PWHL expansion process. With difficult roster decisions ahead, Seattle must determine which stars are too important to risk losing as the franchise builds for Year 2.
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Hamilton, San Jose, Seattle announce leadership changes
Seattle parted ways with head coach Steve O’Rourke while expansion teams San Jose and Hamilton hired Troy Ryan and Meghan Duggan to lead hockey operations ahead of the 2026 PWHL Draft.
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PWHL taps Dominique DiDia to lead Las Vegas expansion franchise
The PWHL has found the executive who will shape hockey operations in Las Vegas from the ground up.
