Abbey Murphy selected by Seattle Torrent as second overall pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Abbey Murphy has been drafted second overall by the Seattle Torrent in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft. The forward, formerly of the University of Wisconsin, holds records for most goals and points at the school and has experience on Team USA, including a gold medal in the 2026 Olympics. Murphy expressed excitement about reuniting with Alex Carpenter and joining the community in Seattle. General Manager Meghan Turner praised Murphy's character and significant potential impact on the league.
- •Abbey Murphy was drafted by Seattle Torrent on June 18, 2026.
- •She scored 40 goals in her last season at Wisconsin.
- •Murphy is an Olympic gold and silver medalist with Team USA.
- •She looks forward to reuniting with teammate Alex Carpenter.
- •General Manager Meghan Turner highlighted her character and talent.
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Abbey Murphy Ready To Be Reunited With Alex Carpenter In Seattle
"In the second overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, the Seattle Torrent selected forward Abbey Murphy from the University of Wisconsin.
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