New York Sirens protect forwards while blueline faces uncertainty

The New York Sirens have decided to protect their three young forwards—Sarah Fillier, Casey O'Brien, and Kristýna Kaltounková—while leaving significant gaps in their defense and goaltending. With no goaltender protected, the Sirens are expected to search for a new starting goalie ahead of the upcoming PWHL expansion signing period. Kayle Osborne, a reliable option from last season, is likely to be pursued by expansion teams. The team's roster will undergo changes, potentially losing key skaters like Elle Hartje and Anne Cherkowski, who are attracting interest from other clubs. The Sirens continue to look for stability as they have missed the playoffs since their inception.

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