The NWHL held their second annual entry draft at the end of June. Twenty women were drafted between the founding four teams. This year the New York Riveters held the number one pick in the draft. Let’s meet the five ladies the New York Riveters drafted in the 2016 draft. Kelsey Koelzer – Defense – Princeton […]

On Wednesday Boston Pride General Manager, Hayley Moore, announced the re-signing of Alyssa Gagliardi for the 2016-17 season. Gagliardi and the Pride agreed upon a one-year, $14,000 contract which is $2,000 less than last season. We had an amazing group of players and individuals this past year, and great fan support. We want to grow […]

On Wednesday New York Riveters General Manager, Chad Wiseman, and Connecticut Whale General Manager, Lisa Giovanelli, announced a draft picks rights trade. The Whale received rights to the Riveters’ fourth round 2015 draft pick, Dana Trivigno  They also received a $2,000 draft tax towards their salary cap. This draft tax was negotiated by Wiseman and Giovanelli. The […]

On April 6th, the NWHL announced a change to the roster size for the 2016-17 season. The salary cap for each team will stay the same at $270,000. Under this new model the average salary per play will be $15,882 from $15,000, an $882 increase.   We’re continuously striving to make appropriate changes to ensure […]

On Monday, Connecticut Whale General Manager, Lisa Giovanelli, announced the re-signing of Kelly Babstock for the 2016-17 season. The terms of agreement are one-year and $21,000. Kelly Babstock is a power forward and was a huge part of our offense this season. Her hard work and tenacity on the forecheck set up a lot of scoring […]

New York Riveters Head Coach, Chad Wiseman, will also take on the role of General Manager for the team during the 2016-17 season. Chad brings a wealth of hockey knowledge to his general manager role with the New York Riveters. We’re excited to bring him back for a second year. Dani Rylan – NWHL Commissioner […]

In a week full of General Manager hirings in the NWHL, the Boston Pride will retain their GM from the 2015-16 season. Hayley Moore returning as GM of the Boston Pride is an auspicious first step for the Isobel Cup champions to build on the success of their first season. Dani Rylan – NWHL Commissioner (from press […]

Buffalo Beauts co-coach, Ric Seiling, will take on double duty for the organization during the 2016-17 NWHL season. Ric Seiling brings a wealth of professional hockey experience to the National Women’s Hockey League. We’re thrilled to have him back for the 2016-17 season as both a coach and general manager. Dani Rylan – NWHL Commissioner […]

Today the National Women’s Hockey League named a new General Manager for the Connecticut Whale during the 2016-17 season. Lisa Giovanelli, Whale Assistant Coach, has earned the coveted GM spot. During the 2016-17, Gionvanelli will continue to be the Assistant Coach of the Whale as well as being the General Manager. Lisa Giovanelli is an integral part […]

Most NHL players spend All-Star break either at the All-Star Game or on an exotic island. Ben Scrivens had different plans up his sleeve. He decided to spend his All-Star break with his wife, Jen, and the New York Riveters. Scrivens had a chance to hang out with Dani Rylan’s twitter famous dog, Tucker, and […]

Since the announcement of Denna Laing’s injury during the Winter Classic fans everywhere have been wanting to show their support. Below are a few ways you can help support Laing during her recovery period. This list will be updated as more fundraisers take place. #Cards4Denna The NWHL players have started a twitter hashtag, #Cards4Denna, to remind fans […]

Buffalo Beauts defenseman, Megan Bozek, was named “Player of the Week” by the National Women’s Hockey League for her game winning overtime goal on Sunday. The Beauts and Pride played four times leading up to the January 3rd game. All four times the Pride topped the Beauts. Two of which were at the HarborCenter where the Beauts […]

Once upon a time, in a suburban town of Chicago, a little blonde haired girl obsessed with strawberries, Robin Ventura, and hockey met a fiery red-haired little boy with a passion for life, making people laugh, and wanting to save lives. They were attached at the hip. Almost every waking moment was spent together. Desks […]

This week is the tenth edition of “Foundation Friday” and a lot has gone on over the past ten weeks. We thought it would be nice if we updated you on the happenings of a few of the foundations we have already touched on. The NHL team foundations will be recapped during the NHL All-Star […]

Fed up with the way the Kane situation was handled at the first Chicago Blackhawks press conference of the season a die hard Blackhawks fan decided to do something to show the team and the world how she felt. Kat Velez no longer felt comfortable supporting her beloved team. She needed a break. I still […]

Many know Matt Cullen as the newest Pittsburgh Penguin or the center who helped the Carolina Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup. They know him for playing over 1,000 games in the NHL with 8 different teams and tallying over 600 points thus far. Even people in Italy know the Cullen name. During the 2004-05 lockout […]

Yesterday the Lake Erie Monsters released their 76-game schedule for the 2015-16 season. This will be an exciting ninth season for the Monsters as this is the first season they are affiliated with the Columbus Blue Jackets. First Game The first game of the Monsters season takes place on the road against the Rochester Americans on […]

The months of July and August brought the National Women’s Hockey League their first free agency experience. Each team was allowed to sign 18 players and roster spots quickly began to fill up. Although all spots have been filled not all the players have been announced as to give some of the players time to […]

The Buffalo Beauts of the National Women’s Hockey League announced the signing of their first player, goaltender Brianne McLaughlin, on July 1st, 2015. The Ohio native is one of the more […]

The year was 2001. George W. Bush was sworn into office, Wikipedia was launched, Apple introduced the IPod, and the Columbus Blue Jackets drafted 10 players in the 2001 NHL […]