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The Boston Fleet announced Wednesday that Kris Sparre has been named the second head coach in franchise history. Sparre has coached for nearly a decade, spending the last three seasons as an assistant coach for the AHL’s San Diego Gulls, the Anaheim Ducks’ top minor-league affiliate.

PWHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

PWHL’s 2025 Offseason Roundtable: Expansion Draft, Entry Draft, and Free Agency

It was a busy first month of the offseason for the PWHL. They handed out the Walter Cup to the Minnesota Frost, and barely a week later, their team and the other five original teams were taken apart because of the PWHL’s Expansion Draft.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Frost sign first-round pick Kendall Cooper

One of the top prospects coming out of this year’s draft has inked her first pro deal. On Wednesday, the Minnesota Frost announced that they have signed defender Kendall Cooper to a two-year contract, which will carry through the 2026-27 season.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20

New York Sirens sign Bernard, Vespa to one-year contracts

The PWHL’s New York Sirens are bringing back two key players for the upcoming 2025-26 season, signing defender Laura Bernard and forward Kayla Vespa to

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20

Fleet signs Zoe Boyd, Rylind MacKinnon, Abbey Levy to one-year contracts

The team in New England made a few notable signings on Friday. The Boston Fleet announced that the team has signed defenders Zoe Boyd and Rylind MacKinnon, as well as goaltender Abbey Levy, to one-year contracts for the 2024-25 season.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20

PWHL Seattle hires Steve O’Rourke as first head coach

One of the PWHL’s newest teams has its bench boss. On Friday, Seattle announced that the team has hired Steve O’Rourke to become the first head coach in franchise history.

Jeanie Buss News / Yardbarker / June 19

Lakers sale creates a powerhouse in Los Angeles sports

After 46 years of ownership, the Buss family agreed to sell a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, CEO of Guggenheim Partners. It's the end of an era for the Lakers, and the continuation of a pro sports dynasty in Southern California.

Buss family to sell Lakers for record sum

Lakers sale could lead to the franchise's next golden age

Magic Johnson shares his thoughts about Mark Walter buying Lakers

Mark Cuban should be a cautionary tale for Lakers governor Jeanie Buss

Why the Lakers' desperation remains their biggest weakness

Lakers' LeBron James answers if he will play in 2028 Olympics

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 18

Marie-Philip Poulin named IIHF Female Player of the Year

One of the greatest players in the history of the game has earned another prestigious honor. On Wednesday, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) announced that Team Canada captain Marie-Philip Poulin has been named the 2024-25 Female Player of the Year.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 18

PWHL Seattle signs Lexie Adzija to two-year contract

PWHL Seattle announced Tuesday the team had signed forward Lexie Adzija to a two-year contract through the 2026-27 season. “Lexie plays with grit and a relentless work ethic, whether it’s on the ice or in the weight room,” said PWHL Seattle General Manager Meghan Turner.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 18

Sceptres sign Natalie Spooner to two-year extension

The PWHL’s first-ever MVP is staying in the Big Smoke. The Toronto Sceptres announced Tuesday that they re-signed forward Natalie Spooner to a two-year contract extension, keeping her with the club through the 2026-27 season.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Report: Sirens sign Jincy Rose, Taylor Girard

The New York Sirens appear to have added two major pieces to their lineup for the 2025-26 season. According to The Hockey News’ Ian Kennedy, the Sirens have signed defender Jincy Roese and forward Taylor Girard.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Report: PWHL Seattle signs Mariah Keopple

Another useful rearguard is heading to the Pacific Northwest. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, PWHL Seattle has agreed to a contract with defender Mariah Keopple.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Report: Sceptres re-sign Jesse Compher

For a team that has already lost so much, it’s managing to retain some talent. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, the Toronto Sceptres have re-signed forward Jesse Compher to a contract extension.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Report: Toronto Sceptres re-sign Kali Flanagan

An important top-four blueliner is staying in the hockey mecca of the world. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, the Toronto Sceptres have re-signed defender Kali Flanagan.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Report: PWHL Vancouver signs Tereza Vanisova

The rich keep getting richer. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, PWHL Vancouver has signed free-agent forward Tereza Vanisova. The terms of the contract have yet to be announced.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Report: PWHL Vancouver signs top free agent Hannah Miller

One of the biggest names on the free agent board is heading home. According to multiple reports, PWHL Vancouver has signed forward Hannah Miller. Ian Kennedy from The Hockey News was the first to report the signing on Monday morning.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 6

PWHL Seattle signs Alex Carpenter to one-year contract

The next addition to the Emerald City during the exclusive signing window is a big one. On Friday, PWHL Seattle announced the team has signed forward Alex Carpenter to a one-year contract for the 2025-26 season.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 6

PWHL Vancouver signs Jenn Gardiner to one-year contract

A British Columbia native is moving back home. On Thursday, PWHL Vancouver announced the team has signed forward Jenn Gardiner to a one-year contract. She was made available to Vancouver during their exclusive signing period, during which they and Seattle have the first opportunity to sign players.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

Edwards, Frankel, Harvey, Knight, Philips, Poulin named finalists for 2025 IIHF Female Player of the Year

A few of the best players in the world are in line for a global accolade. On Thursday, the International Ice Hockey Federation announced the six finalists for the 2025 IIHF Female Player of the Year award.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

Report: PWHL Vancouver signs Claire Thompson, Sophie Jaques

Our first strike in the expansion process. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, PWHL Vancouver has added the first two players to its roster, signing defenders Claire Thompson and Sophie Jaques.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 3

PWHL announces protection lists for expansion draft

We now know the players are not going to be moving west next year. On Tuesday, the PWHL announced the protection lists for the original six teams as part of the expansion draft and exclusive signing window process.

PWHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 3

4 Players the Frost Should Protect Ahead of the 2025 PWHL Expansion Draft

The PWHL just ended their second season by awarding the Walter Cup to the Minnesota Frost, who remain the only team in PWHL existence to win the Walter Cup.

PWHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 3

4 Players the Fleet Should Protect Ahead of the 2025 PWHL Expansion Draft

The PWHL just ended their second season by awarding the Walter Cup to the Minnesota Frost, who remain the only team in PWHL existence to win the Walter Cup.

PWHL News / Rinksiders / June 2

PDub ReDub, Playoff Edition: Charge and Frost contend for the Cup

Over the course of the PWHL postseason, PDRD will take the form of a playoff series recap following each of their conclusions. Here, the Frost look to successfully defend their title against a Charge team that knocked off the favourites in Round 1.

PWHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 26

Frost earn second straight PWHL Walter Cup with OT win

Frost earn second straight PWHL Walter Cup with 2-1 OT win over Charge

For the fourth straight game in the PWHL Finals, the Minnesota Frost and Ottawa Charge went to overtime, and this time it was Liz Schepers who scored the overtime winner, giving the Frost a 2-1 victory, clinching the series 3-1 and winning their second straight Walter Cup championship.

Charge’s Gwyneth Philips wins PWHL Ilana Kloss Playoff MVP Award