Strength offensively and optimism in net may have to buoy defensive deficiencies in PWHL Detroit.
Hilary Knight
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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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The IX Sports Podcast Hockey Edition: Where Does PWHL Detroit Go From Here?
PWHL Detroit has a lot of great players. This week, our host and a special guest discuss who they are and what they bring to the table.
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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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The IX Sports Podcast | Hilary Knight and building PWHL expansion teams
Today on the Hockey Edition of The IX Sports Podcast Host Maya Smith and guest Giselle Velazquez introduce the 20 players headed to expansion teams in this phase of PWHL Expansion.
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Where PWHL Detroit and PWHL Las Vegas stand after Phase 2
After Phase 2 of PWHL expansion, Detroit and Vegas have the beginnings of their rosters… and some controversy.
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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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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.
