Las Vegas signs Kendall Cooper and Mae Batherson as first players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:35 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
PWHL Las Vegas has signed its inaugural players, Kendall Cooper and Mae Batherson, to two-year contracts. Both come from the Minnesota Frost, where Cooper had a standout rookie season, earning 19 points in 30 games, while Batherson contributed 15 points in a breakout campaign. The pair were successful as a power play unit in Minnesota, showcasing their dual capabilities in both offense and defense. This signing marks a significant milestone for the new team as it begins to build its roster.
- •Kendall Cooper and Mae Batherson signed with Las Vegas PWHL team.
- •Both players previously played for the Minnesota Frost.
- •Cooper scored 19 points in her rookie season.
- •Batherson recorded 15 points while winning a Walter Cup.
- •Las Vegas aims to build a competitive roster with these signings.
- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas Signs Kendall Cooper And Mae Batherson As First Ever Players
"PWHL Las Vegas has signed the team's first ever players including defenders Kendall Cooper and Mae Batherson to two-year contracts.
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