Toronto Tempo begins play amid WNBA expansion discussions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Toronto Tempo has started its inaugural season, following a successful bid by Larry Tanenbaum for a WNBA expansion team. The team was established amid disagreements within the former MLSE structure regarding the addition of a WNBA franchise in Toronto. As the season unfolds, the Tempo is expected to make an impact in the league.
- •Toronto Tempo is now playing in the WNBA this season.
- •Larry Tanenbaum secured a bid for the expansion team.
- •The team's creation follows internal disagreements within MLSE.
- •The Tempo's performance will be closely monitored this season.
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