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Montreal Victoire added six players—including Petra Nieminen—from the 2026 PWHL draft and re‑signed forward Abby Roque to a two‑year contract, bolstering the team for the upcoming season.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on June 17, 2026 that Jim Hiller has been hired as the team’s new head coach, signaling a shift in the organization’s coaching staff. Hiller will lead the club’s on‑ice strategy and player development as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Artur Akhtyamov recorded a 24‑save shutout as the Toronto Marlies beat the Chicago Wolves 1‑0 in Game 3, putting the Marlies one win away from the Calder Cup title.
The Vancouver Goldeneyes chose 23‑year‑old American defender Caroline Harvey as the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL draft held in Detroit on June 17, marking a key roster move for the team.
Pascal Vincent left his role as Laval Rocket head coach after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, with both clubs confirming the change on June 11, 2026.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Montreal Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, with the change announced on June 11, 2026.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Laval Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken, announced on June 11, 2026.
Pascal Vincent resigned as head coach of the Montreal Rocket after two seasons to become an assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken, prompting staffing adjustments for both teams.
