PWHL teams prepare for new season with forward changes and challenges

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

PWHL teams prepare for new season with forward changes and challenges
Summary

As PWHL teams gear up for the upcoming season, significant roster changes have occurred. Notable forwards like Britta Curl-Salemme, Daryl Watts, and Alina Muller have switched teams, shifting the competitive. The Montreal Victoire, last year’s champions, added talent but will be without Marie-Philip Poulin due to injury. Minnesota Frost retained key forwards and welcomed newcomers aiming to fill the gaps from lost players. Teams like Detroit have stacked top lines but face challenges in centering. The season will start with high expectations and questions surrounding team chemistry and player performance.

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  • •Montreal Victoire adds players but loses Marie-Philip Poulin to injury.
  • •Minnesota Frost retains core while integrating new talent.
  • •Detroit is addressing gaps in center positions with new roster dynamics.
  • •Expansion teams Detroit and Hamilton focus on experienced forwards.
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There's an abundance of rookie scoring coming into the league, and many of the PWHL's best forwards switched teams this offseason. It will give a new look to many teams, but who came out of the offseason best positioned? Here's our offseason forward report cards for the PWHL's 12 teams.

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