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.
Alex Carpenter
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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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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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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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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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Seattle Torrent Eye Second-Half Surge After Olympic Break
With Olympic champions back in the lineup, Seattle resumes PWHL play aiming to climb from the bottom of the standings.
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Golden and Home: Seattle Welcomes Back its Olympic Champions
As the Seattle Torrent’s gold medalists return to league play, their homecoming marks a defining moment for Seattle and the future of women’s sports
