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.
Silvia Leija Rosas
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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.
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What the Seattle Torrent learned during their inaugural PWHL season
Seattle’s first PWHL season ended outside the playoffs, but players and coaches emphasized culture, growth, and strong fan support as key building blocks for Year 2.
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PWHL postpones Minnesota Frost vs. Montréal Victoire Game 5 due to illness concerns
The postponed semifinal series remains tied 2-2, with the winner set to face the Ottawa Charge in the Walter Cup Final
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Playing for something: The question defining the Seattle Torrent’s final game
Seattle closes its season vs Montréal with Gold Plan draft position on the line. What are the Torrent playing for? Pride, each other, and the future in the PWHL finale.
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Seattle Torrent become first team eliminated, activate Gold Plan after 4-1 loss in Vancouver
With their playoff hopes gone, the Seattle Torrent now look toward the future and a chance at picking first overall in the 2026 draft
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Seattle Torrent’s season comes down to Ottawa after loss in Montréal
After a 4-1 loss in Montréal on Tuesday, the Torrent need a win in Ottawa to stay alive, but road struggles and inconsistent offense leave little room for error heading into a must-win game.
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Finding her footing: Q&A with Lily Delianedis on life, growth, and early success in Seattle
From coffee shops to Climate Pledge, Lily Delianedis is settling into life with the Seattle Torrent, on and off the ice.
