At Even Strength: A Women's Hockey Podcast

Black Rosie Media got a statement from the PWHL — and Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner open by breaking it down word by word. Stan Kasten says the league will "continue to operate with the same long-term outlook," but says nothing about the ten-year funding plan, nothing about the risks of single-entity ownership, and nothing about what Mark Walter's federal investigation actually means for the PWHL's future. Erica was also quoted in an NBC News piece on the subject, and player agents anonymously told reporters there's no panic from players — yet. The Walter Cup went missing during Montréal's celebrations, too. Lighter in stakes, but hard to ignore given the circumstances. Then it's into the deep dives. Minnesota Frost first: a team that made the first three Finals and got knocked out in the semis for the first time, losing Britta Curl-Salemme to Detroit and Nicole Hensley to Las Vegas in expansion — two of the biggest departures of any team in the league. Erica and Rachel ask whether Kendall Coyne Schofield's status, a defense corps that lost three key pieces, and a lack of proven replacements signal trouble heading into Season 4, or whether stability in the coaching staff gives them the runway to reload. Then Toronto Six: a team that has stayed frustratingly compact — never bad enough to bottom out, never good enough to break through. With Troy Ryan gone to San Jose, new head coach Pascal Rhéaume inherits a roster that just lost Daryl Watts, Jessie Compher, and Maggie Connors to expansion, has Blayre Turnbull on parental leave, and is asking Raygan Kirk to carry the goaltending almost entirely alone. Is the new coaching staff the unlock Toronto has been waiting for — or are there just too many questions? 0:00 — Intro: Black Rosie Media gets a statement from the PWHL on the Mark Walter investigation 3:15 — Breaking down Stan Kasten's statement: what it says, what it doesn't, and why the ten-year plan question still stands 8:00 — NBC News coverage, anonymous agent quotes, and why player concern (or lack of it) matters 10:30 — The Walter Cup went missing during Montréal's celebrations — and why it's hard to separate from the bigger story 14:30 — Minnesota Frost Season 3 review: what knocked them out of the semifinals for the first time 20:00 — Minnesota's offseason: Britta Curl-Salemme to Detroit, Nicole Hensley to Las Vegas, and what's left 28:00 — Toronto Six Season 3 review: why a team with talent keeps finishing in the middle 35:00 — Toronto's offseason: coaching change, expansion losses, Blayre Turnbull on parental leave, and Raygan Kirk's heavy load 43:00 — Looking ahead: Hamilton's front office, the expansion team to watch, and what's next in the deep dive series At Even Strength is a PWHL-focused podcast from Black Rosie Media, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The Mark Walter Group is selling the Lakers — and Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner open with what that means for the PWHL. With Walter's sports portfolio unwinding fast (Lakers sold, Dodgers potentially next, LA Sparks future uncertain), the question the league still hasn't answered is whether the original ten-year funding commitment still holds. The PWHL hasn't commented. Erica and Rachel break down what we know, what we don't, and why the silence itself is part of the story. Then it's into the team-by-team deep dives. Ottawa first: a squad that made back-to-back Finals and lost Brianne Jenner, Emily Clark, Peyton Hemp, Alexa Vasco, Rory Gilday, and Stephanie Markowski to expansion and free agency. Erica and Rachel assess whether Ottawa's decision to stay patient, keep their young core, and not chase free agency is a smart long game — or a missed window. Plus: Fanuza Kadirova's extension, Jocelyn LaRocque, Katarzyna Mrazova, and Ottawa's move to Canadian Tire Centre. Then Boston: the Fleet lost their Coach of the Year in Kris Sparre to Hamilton, their leading goal scorer in Jessie Eldridge to Montréal, and Alina Müller to Hamilton as well. Now they're on their third head coach in three seasons in François Mathot — who, notably, coached Haley Winn as a kid. Aaron Frankel returns as one of the best goalies in the league, Abby Newhook gets a new deal, and Erica and Rachel ask the real question: who steps up when the top of the lineup is gone? 0:00 — Intro: Mark Walter sells the Lakers, what's next for the PWHL, and tonight's episode rundown 3:30 — Mark Walter Group update: Lakers sale, Dodgers uncertainty, LA Sparks limbo, and what the original ten-year funding promise means now 8:45 — Why the PWHL's silence on the Walter investigation is itself a story — and what it might be delaying 14:00 — Ottawa Charge deep dive: what back-to-back Finals losses and four expansion teams cost them this offseason 20:15 — Ottawa's decision to stand pat: smart long game or missed free agency window? 26:30 — Ottawa to Canadian Tire Centre: what the arena move means for fans, accessibility, and the Charge's identity 31:00 — Boston Fleet deep dive: losing Kris Sparre, Jessie Eldridge, and Alina Mueller — and what's left 38:00 — François Mathot takes over as Boston's third coach in three seasons — his history with Haley Winn and what it signals 43:30 — Aaron Frankel, Abby Newhook, and who steps up to replace Boston's lost production 49:00 — Amanda Boulier from Montréal and what Boston's blue line looks like heading into camp 52:00 — What's next: Minnesota, Toronto, New York, Seattle, Vancouver, and the four expansion teams still to come At Even Strength is a PWHL-focused podcast from Black Rosie Media, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The PWHL offseason just got a lot more complicated. Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner open with the news that can't be ignored: the Mark Walter Group — majority owner of the PWHL — is under federal investigation for loan fraud, with the U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI both involved. Erica and Rachel break down what we know, what we don't, and what history tells us about what happens to women's leagues when the money behind them comes under scrutiny. Then it's Vancouver's turn in the spotlight. Cara Gardner Morey is stepping down as GM of the Goldeneyes to take over as head coach — and Erica and Rachel have the receipts, including a clip from Morey's media availability where she explains why she chose to go all in on coaching and what the GM year gave her that most coaches never get. Plus: Danièle Sauvageau is taking on the GM role for the Canadian women's national team while staying with Montréal through Season 4 Finally, the Montréal Victoire deep dive kicks off the team-by-team series. With Marie-Philip Poulin's status still unknown, four players lost to expansion, and Jessie Eldridge and Emma Maltais as the two biggest offseason additions, Erica and Rachel assess whether the defending champions left themselves in a position to compete — and what Anne-Renée Desbiens in net means for their ceiling regardless of what happens up front. 0:00 — Intro: BRM's values, the news ahead, and why this episode matters beyond hockey 3:45 — Mark Walter Group federal investigation: what we know, what it could mean for the PWHL 10:30 — Vancouver Goldeneyes: Cara Morey steps down as GM to take over as head coach — her media availability and what she said about the dual role question 17:20 — Danièle Sauvageau to Team Canada GM: what the transition means for Montréal and Hockey Canada's rebuild 25:00 — Montréal Victoire Deep Dive: expansion losses, the Jessie Eldridge & Emma Maltais signings, and what the roster looks like without MPP 33:30 — Anne-Renée Desbiens, the goaltending tandem question, and what Montréal's defensive identity looks like in Season 4 40:00 — Players to watch in camp: Katie Tabin's expanded role and what the blue line scoring picture looks like after Nicole Gosling's departure 44:00 — What's next: Ottawa and Boston deep dives coming, and Erica's Amerigol Latam Cup broadcasting run At Even Strength is a PWHL-focused podcast from Black Rosie Media, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The PWHL offseason is back in motion — and Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner have a lot of ground to cover. First up: with twelve teams now in the league, should the PWHL move to a conference structure? Erica and Rachel break down what conferences would actually mean for travel, playoffs, and the all-star format — and why the more pressing question might be what a twelve-team postseason even looks like. Then it's a full arena capacity rundown for Season 4, including two teams moving to new homes. Boston's move to Agganis Arena puts them closer to the city but at the league's lowest capacity — and why that might actually be the smart play. Ottawa's jump to Canadian Tire Centre nearly doubles their capacity to 18,000, and the implications for one of the league's most loyal fanbases. Plus a full league-wide breakdown from Detroit's Little Caesars Arena at the top to Toronto's Coca-Cola Coliseum bringing up the rear. Finally: the signings. Haley Winn and Abby Newhook locked up in Boston, Fanuza Kadirova on a two-year extension in Ottawa, Sarah Wozniak on a three-year deal, and what Ottawa's youth movement signals for Season 4 — including the addition of Katarzyna Mrazova and Jocelyn LaRocque. Plus a broader conversation about what expansion means for access to the league and who gets to be a professional hockey player. 0:00 — Welcome back: what's happened since the July break and what's coming this episode 3:35 — Should the PWHL move to conferences? Travel, playoffs, and what women's sports leagues have learned 8:15 — The real question: what does a twelve-team postseason structure look like? 15:20 — Arenas and capacity: Boston's move to Agganis Arena and why lower capacity in the right location might be the winning play 22:00 — Ottawa to Canadian Tire Centre: nearly doubling capacity and what that means for the Charge fanbase 27:20 — Full league capacity rankings: Detroit to Toronto, every arena for Season 4 30:35 — The signings that matter: Haley Winn, Abby Newhook, Fanuza Kadirova, and Ottawa's youth movement 35:15 — Expansion and access: who gets to be a professional hockey player and why Season 4 changes that conversation 38:30 — What's next: team-by-team deep dives, every-other-week schedule through August, and how to follow along At Even Strength is a PWHL-focused podcast from Black Rosie Media, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Marie-Philip Poulin is heading into surgery — and Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner have a lot to say about what that means for Montréal, for women's hockey, and for one of the greatest careers the sport has ever seen. Plus: Hillary Knight commits to Detroit on a three-year deal, Rachel brings back intel from the PWHL Draft floor and GM availability, and the duo breaks down where several teams — including San Jose, Hamilton, Ottawa, Toronto, and Seattle — actually stand heading into Season 4. 0:00 — Intro: MPP's surgery, Hilary Knight's extension, and draft GM intel previewed 1:00 — Marie-Philip Poulin's ACL/MCL surgery: what we know, what we don't, and the retirement question 3:50 — The bigger conversation: how knee injuries affect female athletes differently — and what women's sports is (slowly) learning 6:10 — Playing GM for Montréal: did the Victoire's offseason moves quietly plan for life without MPP? 14:00 — Rachel's draft floor reporting: PWHL San Jose, Troy Ryan's dual GM/HC role, and questions about where the scoring comes from 19:50 — Hamilton quietly built a problem: why the Kaylee Osborne-led squad could be the hardest team to play against in Season 4 28:40 — Ottawa Charge GM Mike Hirschfeld on the "retool," grit as an identity, and why back-to-back Finals are both a gift and a burden 38:20 — Hilary Knight signs a three-year extension with Detroit — what it means for the franchise, the fanbase, and the future of women's pro hockey 41:40 — Detroit's roster breakdown: why the role model factor on this team is elite 42:35 — Seattle Torrent check-in: too many departures to ignore — and whether the pieces can click under Christine Bumstead 45:45 — Goaltending across the league: the case for true tandems and why expansion opens real opportunities for backups 48:30 — Offseason outlook: what's coming, when to expect it, and a brief hiatus before Season 4 coverage kicks into gear At Even Strength is a PWHL-focused podcast from Black Rosie Media, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop Saturdays on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Caroline "KK" Harvey going first overall to Vancouver was never in question — but everything after that? Pure chaos. Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner break down every pick from the Fox Theatre in Detroit, debate who actually won this draft, and dig into the draft order controversy that's got Sirens and Toronto fans rightfully heated. Inside this episode: Round one reactions: Lacey Eden's stunning slide to Vegas, and why Erica calls her the real winner of this draft A frank conversation about Megan Turner's "character" comments on the Abby Murphy pick — and what's really being asked of fans when a front office says "good person" The Gold Plan, the draft order, and why Vegas/Detroit/Hamilton picking ahead of Toronto and New York has fans crying foul Mama Edwards, Alicia Crank's big moment with Katelyn Roberts, and the most heartfelt carpet interviews of the weekend This is At Even Strength, part of Black Rosie Media — deep dives into the PWHL, college hockey, and the international women's hockey landscape. New episodes weekly. 🔔 Subscribe for full PWHL coverage all offseason 📲 Follow @AtEvenStrength on TikTok for draft floor clips and carpet interviews 🎧 Audio episodes wherever you listen to podcasts 0:00 – KK Harvey to Vancouver: official, but the drama is just starting 0:57 – Lacey Eden's draft day redemption arc (the real draft winner?) 3:00 – The Abby Murphy "character" conversation gets real 9:50 – Wisconsin dominates round one, Kirsten Sims' surprise slide 15:25 – Detroit's electric first pick atmosphere — bracelet lights and all 15:55 – Manon Rhéaume to Andrea Braendli: goalie picks goalie, full circle 29:00 – The Gold Plan breakdown: why the draft order sparked outrage 35:00 – "The fix is in, folks" — timing of the draft order reveal 46:00 – Mama Edwards steals the carpet (again) 52:00 – Kris Sparre's emotional move from Boston to Hamilton, for family #PWHL #PWHLDraft #WomensHockey #AtEvenStrength #BlackRosieMedia #CarolineHarvey #LailaEdwards #AbbyMurphy #DetroitExpansion #SeattleTorrent Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The PWHL expansion era is in full swing — and Erica Al Ala and Rachel Donner are breaking down every move. On this episode of At Even Strength , we recap Phases 2 and 3 of PWHL free agency and look ahead to what Phase 4 means for Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas, San Jose, Seattle, and Vancouver. In this episode: 🏒 Hillary Knight to Detroit — Vegas used the EFO, the sign-and-trade is in motion, and a one-year deal tells you everything you need to know about where this is heading 🏒 Daryl Watts signs the PWHL's first-ever 4-year contract with Detroit — a landmark moment for the league 🏒 Detroit's roster is building fast — Hayley Scamurra, Aerin Frankel, Mae Batherson, Nicole Hensley, Taylor Gerrard, Sidney Bard, Jesse Compher, Britta Curl Salemi, Hannah Bilka, and Kayla Barnes are already in the fold 🏒 Seattle's roster shakeup — Alex Carpenter, Julia Gosling, Michaela Grant-Mentis, and Danielle Serdachny form the core going forward, and why this looks like a youth movement 🏒 What Phase 4 opens up — Kristen Campbell available from Vancouver, goaltending questions for Detroit, and which unprotected players could reshape rosters 🏒 Existing teams: protection strategy breakdown — Montreal's cap flexibility after losing high-paid players, Minnesota keeping Maddie Rooney, Kelly Pannek, Lee Stecklein, and Grace Zumwinkle, and Toronto protecting Natalie Spooner and Kali Flanagan 🏒 Coaching hires — Molly Engstrom named head coach of Detroit (a deep dive into her player and coaching pedigree), and Christine Bumstead promoted to head coach of the Seattle Torrent after running the power play in Year 1 🏒 The women's coaching pipeline — are the best PWHL coaching candidates stuck as college assistants with nowhere to go? Can the PWHL lure them away? And will former PWHL players skip college coaching entirely and come straight to the pro bench? Plus: Rachel Donner is going boots on the ground in Detroit for the PWHL Entry Draft and awards — is it the KK Harvey show at #1? Will Vancouver trade the pick? And where does Hillary Knight ultimately land? 🎙️ At Even Strength is a women's hockey podcast from Black Rosie Media , hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner . We cover the PWHL, NCAA women's hockey, and international play — with the depth and analysis the game deserves. Enjoyed this episode? Here's how to stay in the loop: 📲 Subscribe on YouTube and hit the bell so you never miss an episode 🎧 Listen on your podcast app — search At Even Strength 🌐 BlackRosieMedia.com for all our coverage 🦋 Bluesky | 🎵 TikTok — @BlackRosieMedia 📬 Join our newsletter for access to our Slack community — free and paid tiers available at BlackRosieMedia.com And drop a comment below 👇 — which player are you most excited to see sign in Phase 4? TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Phase 4 is here: what's at stake for every expansion team 6:00 – Hillary Knight to Detroit: breaking down the sign-and-trade 14:00 – Daryl Watts signs the PWHL's first-ever 4-year contract 23:00 – Minnesota, Montreal & Toronto: how the existing teams protected their core 27:00 – Seattle's roster overhaul: who stays, who goes, what's next 30:00 – Phase 4 preview: Kristen Campbell, goaltending, and key free agents still available 42:00 – Molly Engstrom & Christine Bumstead hired: the women's coaching pipeline is real 52:00 – Can the PWHL pull college coaches away? The future of women in hockey leadership Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news:

The expansion era is here — and we have a LOT to unpack. Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner break down everything that went down in Phase 1 of the PWHL's player distribution process, react to the league-wide protected player lists, and discuss what those choices signal about each franchise's direction heading into a pivotal offseason. We dig into why Seattle's decision not to protect Hillary Knight raised eyebrows (and what Meghan Turner's carefully worded press availability may have revealed between the lines), whether Toronto is already at a structural disadvantage with Hamilton setting up shop next door, and how Boston's third coaching change in as many seasons might actually be the right call. Then we get into the conversation the league can't avoid forever: salary transparency. With 2025–26 salaries disclosed but new signing numbers staying quiet, what does that mean for players negotiating in the dark — and for a league locked into a CBA through 2031 while women's sports revenues are exploding? PLUS: A solo update from Erica on Phase 2 signings as of June 8 — including Daryl Watts to PWHL Detroit, Brianne Jenner to PWHL Hamilton, and what the expansion rosters are starting to look like. At Even Strength is Black Rosie Media's PWHL podcast, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. New episodes drop regularly throughout the season. Subscribe so you never miss a drop. 0:00 – Protected Players, Salary Disclosure & Expansion News 3:20 – Phase 2 Update (June 8): San Jose, Las Vegas, Hamilton & Detroit Signings 4:31 – Phase 1 Protected Player Lists: All 8 Teams Revealed 6:37 – Hilary Knight Not Protected: Surprise or Writing on the Wall? 9:18 – Seattle's Youth Movement: Coaching Change & Hannah Murphy in Goal 12:09 – Toronto in Trouble? Daryl Watts Walks, Hamilton Looms Large 15:26 – Boston's New Head Coach 18:05 – Protecting a Goalie & Two Defenders — Why Boston's List Was Still Right 27:58 – New York Sirens: Was Not Protecting Kaylee Osborne a Mistake? 37:45 – Ottawa Charge: The Case For (and Against) Their Protected List 49:44 – Salary Transparency: Why the Numbers Stopped at 2025–26 55:27 – PWHL's CBA, Single Ownership & What Players Stand to Lose If Salaries Don't Scale 🔔 Subscribe for PWHL coverage all expansion long 📺 Playlist: At Even Strength — 🎙️ Audio: Available on Transistor and most podcast platforms — link in show notes Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The Seattle Torrent announced they will be in search of a new head coach. In a press release distributed Friday, general manager Meghan Turner said the following: “We are grateful to Steve for his contributions to the Seattle Torrent during our inaugural season. We wish him and his family nothing but the best in the future." The organization will begin the search for its next Head Coach immediately. The Torrent finished its inaugural season with an overall record of 8-1-5-16 with 31 points for a last place finish. The team also missed out on the first overall pick to Vancouver, but is expected to have a high draft pick. At Even Strength host Erica L. Ayala spoke to Turner at the espnW Summit in New York City earlier this month. Hear what Meghan had to say about building a franchise in a women’s hockey-loving city, where the team needs to improve, and her high-level thoughts on top prospects Laila Edwards and Caroline “KK” Harvey. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Montreal has done it! The Montreal Victoire defeated the Ottawa Charge 4-0 in Game 4 to win its first-ever Walter Cup. Abby Roque scored twice in the game, including on a EPIC jailbreak goal. Montreal captain Marie-Philip Poulin was named the Finals MVP. At Even Strength hosts Rachel Donner and Erica L. Ayala break down the series, including how Carla Macleod handled the loss, and the season, with grace. Plus, the hosts discuss the recent news Meghan Duggan and Troy Ryan have been tapped as the general managers of PWHL Hamilton and PWHL San Jose. The latter move is puzzling, considering Ryan’s inability to reach the PWHL Final in Toronto, as well as whether dual roles should even be a thing. Finally. Rachel & Erica close the show with the biggest offseason questions, including who will the Seattle Torrent hire after parting ways with Steve O’Rourke. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The Ottawa Charge stay alive with a 2-1 Game 3 win over the Montreal Victoire. Ottawa-native Rebecca Leslie netted the game-winning goal to force Game 4 in Ottawa Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00 pm ET. At Even Strength hosts Rachel Donner & Erica L. Ayala discuss another PWHL Playoff thriller, plus the latest WHL Las Vegas hire and the official introduction of PWHL San Jose. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Montreal strikes first, or last as it were, to take Game 1 of the 2026 Walter Cup Final. Nicole Gosling get an equalizer late in the third to force overtime and Laura Stacey, who returned from an injury scare, tips a puck netfront into Roque’s … well, into her face. Rachel Donner and Erica L. Ayala recap Game 1 discuss the news that Manon Rhéaume will be the general manager of PWHL Detroit. Dominique DiDia was named as PWHL Las Vegas’ first GM after we recorded. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Montreal takes down the two-time champions Minnesota Frost to reach its first Walter Cup Final. Rachel Donner & Erica L. Ayala discuss the 2026 PWHL Championship Series ahead of Game 1. BUT FIRST, is the PWHL overshadowing its own product with too many expansion announcements?! Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The Minnesota Frost defeated Montreal 3-1 Friday to force Game 5! Rachel Donner & Erica L. Ayala break down the series and what to expect in the winner-take-all event at Place Bell. The Ottawa Charge takes a 2-1 series lead over the Boston Fleet off a heady play off the boards. Can Ottawa fans give their team an extra jolt on home ice? We cover this and more on today’s episode of At Even Strength! Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The PWHL Playoffs are heating up! Both Montreal and Ottawa bounced back to win Game 2 of their respective series. We’ve had FIVE overtimes between the Victoire and Frost, meanwhile Gwyneth Philips has posted TWO 30 or more save performances. Rachel Donner and Erica L. Ayala discuss the playoffs ahead of the Game 3’s this week. PLUS, PWHL Detroit is coming in the 2026-27 season! Our hosts break down what we know about the ninth PWHL team and do their best to makes sense of the expansion non-draft and free agency. Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

The PWHL playoffs are here and the seedings are set! In this episode of At Even Strength, Rachel Donner breaks down Montreal’s choice to face Minnesota, Boston’s gritty Game 1 win over Ottawa, and all the intensity, physical play, and officiating drama from the opening round. You’ll get smart analysis of the goaltending clash between Aerin Frankel and Gwyneth Philips, key performances from Jessie Eldridge, Alina Müller, and Jamie Lee Rattray, and deep dives into the impact of special teams and penalties. Plus, Carla Macleod returns behind the Ottawa bench and reflects on her journey, while we debate Montreal’s first-round curse and Minnesota’s shot at a Walter Cup three-peat. We also discuss the “Caroline Harvey Sweepstakes,” top draft prospects, and what’s at stake for Seattle and Vancouver’s futures. Whether you’re here for PWHL playoff predictions, player X-factors, or the latest stories shaping women’s hockey, this episode delivers the bold, insightful coverage you expect. Drop your picks for Walter Cup finalists in the comments! 00:00 Ottawa vs. Boston game recap 05:53 Jessie Eldridge's standout performance 08:26 Discussing hockey aggression and strategy 12:44 Discussing special teams strategy 16:07 Officiating and review frustrations 18:26 Discussing Minnesota and Montreal teams 23:27 Hayley Skammura's Olympic impac 26:29 Draft and expansion predictions 28:38 Analyzing team performance and needs 31:30 Minnesota's playoff mindset 34:02 Discussing upcoming playoff games Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋 https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.b... Rachel Donner 🦋 https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky... At Even Strength on TikTok 📲 https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrengt... Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

At Even Strength Ep. 4.25 | PWHL Playoff Race, Standings Drama, and Game of the Week Breakdown The playoff race comes down to the final day, and Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner are breaking down all the action! Who will clinch the crucial fourth PWHL playoff spot—Ottawa Charge or Toronto Scepters? Is Montreal Victoire holding on to first place, and what does that mean for playoff matchups? We analyze game-changing performances from players like Reagan Kirk, dig deep into coaching decisions, and highlight the suspenseful gold plan lottery. Get insights on Boston Fleet, Minnesota Frost, New York Sirens, Seattle Torrent, and Vancouver Golden Eyes as the regular season wraps up. Don’t miss our preview of the definitive Ottawa vs. Toronto showdown, plus expert analysis on league growth, officiating, and the intense PWHL 3-2-1-0 points race. 00:00 Playoff standings discussion 03:23 Analyzing New York Sirens season 07:50 Troy Ryan's important season 12:14 Discussing Toronto's hockey players 14:53 Boston vs. Ottawa game recap 18:25 Promoting newsletters and subscriptions 22:46 Deciding playoff home advantage 24:03 Season finale playoff excitement 29:55 Reflecting on a tough game 31:48 Discussing top defensive player picks 36:25 Coaching changes for Ottawa game 39:13 Ottawa's season performance highlights 41:23 Comparing Ottawa and Toronto stats 44:24 Wrapping up the podcast episode Subscribe for more passionate, insider women’s hockey coverage! Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

At Even Strength breaks down the PWHL’s electric sold-out game at Madison Square Garden, playoff chaos, and the playoff picture coming into focus. Speaker B shares insider moments from the arena, including epic player intros and shootout drama. Hear all about future stars like Caroline Harvey, trends in pro sports expansion, and Pride Night celebrations—plus insights on Ottawa, Seattle, Minnesota Frost, and Toronto Scepters. Injury updates, draft predictions, and everything you need to follow the race to the PWHL playoffs. 00:00 PWHL showcase game highlights 05:43 Potential first pick spotlight 07:47 Discussing player salaries and metrics 11:03 MSG game attendance and expansion 14:50 Women's basketball newsletter 17:33 Health update on Carla McLeod 21:57 Why Vancouver and Seattle struggle 24:51 Recent player injuries and updates 27:24 Discussing unpredictability in recent games 29:34 Previewing the week's best games 33:36 Toronto team's challenges 35:57 Supporting women's hockey content Subscribe for the ultimate women's hockey coverage, analysis, and stories on and off the ice! Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social #podcast #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ 📱FOLLOW BLACK ROSIE MEDIA • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackrosiemedia • Instagram: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia 📖 READ • More PWHL news: • More Black women in sports news: • More WNBA news: 💵Black Women in Sports • Exclusive Interviews with Black Women in Sports: • Must-Watch documentaries: • Must-read books & articles: ABOUT THE SHOW Get your weekly women’s hockey fix with Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner. They will cover the top news in the PWHL, NCAA, and international women’s ice hockey.

Get your all-access pass to the world of women’s hockey on this episode of At Even Strength! Hosts Erica L. Ayala & Rachel Donner break down a pivotal PWHL weekend, including major injury updates for Montreal and Seattle, the heated playoff race, and the impact of the league’s first-ever US national broadcast. We dive into the thrilling NCAA Frozen Four championship clash between Wisconsin and Ohio State, spotlighting Patty Kazmaier winner Caroline “KK” Harvey and epic moments on and off the ice. Plus, we discuss the rise of future pro stars and what draft fans should watch for. Stay tuned for insights on PWHL playoff standings, analysis of the game of the week picks, and why Detroit’s Takeover Tour could shape the league’s next expansion. Don’t miss our reaction to being featured in NBC News for women’s hockey coverage! Keywords: women’s hockey, PWHL, NCAA Frozen Four, national broadcast, hockey podcast, Caroline Harvey, Wisconsin Badgers, Ohio State Buckeyes, women’s sports, hockey news, playoff race, injury update, draft prospects, Detroit expansion, NBC News, At Even Strength podcast Like, subscribe, and join the conversation with At Even Strength for all things women’s hockey! Check out the NBC News article: https://bit.ly/413Bu67 #pwhl #womenshockey #hockeyolympics Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: youtube.com/channel/@BLKRosieMedia ▶︎ Exclusive Interviews: • Black Rosie Media I Interviews 🎧 LISTEN • Download and follow & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: http://bit.ly/4bCWKpn • Other Black Rosie Media podcasts: https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/

Welcome to another jam-packed episode of At Even Strength! Join Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner as they break down all the latest in women’s hockey, from PWHL trades and the Seattle Torrent’s historic move to the pressing conversations around officiating and player safety. Dive into the future of PWHL broadcasts, NCAA Frozen Four predictions, and what the newest ION partnership means for the sport’s visibility. This episode highlights: 🏒 The first trade in Seattle Torrent history and what Jesse Eldridge and Theresa Schafzahl bring to their new teams. 🏒 PWHL playoff scenarios, the battle for the elusive 4th spot, and key standings shakeups. 🏒 Hot takes on officiating controversies, inconsistent enforcement, and the real impact on player injuries. 🏒 NCAA Frozen Four analysis, standout players like Tessa Janecke and Lisa Jönsson, plus bold championship predictions. 🏒 Essential talks on league expansion, player development, TV deals, and how every change is shaping the sport on and off the ice. Hit subscribe for expert insight, passionate analysis, and the women’s hockey coverage you crave. Share your takes and join the conversation in the comments! 00:00 Seatte Torrent x Boston Fleet make a TRADE 08:13 ION's Game Night Strategy 10:37 PWHL Fines and Enforcement Debate 14:47 Officiating Integrity Over Innovation 17:42 League, CBA, and Sarah Nurse 22:01 PWHL Officials: Training & Pay 27:13 Semifinals Predictions and Updates 30:56 Frosts' Playoff Surge Explained 31:59 Top Teams Battle for Position 36:10 Playoff Race and Trade Decisions 40:29 Montreal-Ottawa Playoff Showdown 42:57 Sports Analysis: Boston vs. Vancouver 45:07 Subscribe, Share, and Comment Follow us on Bluesky social! Erica L Ayala 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/elindsay08.bsky.social Rachel Donner 🦋https://bsky.app/profile/rmiriam.bsky.social At Even Strength on TikTok 📲https://www.tiktok.com/@atevenstrength_pod Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧https://blackrosiemedia.transistor.fm/ Black Rosie Media: Olympics, Women’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and other stories that matter! 🎧 https://linktr.ee/BlackRosieMedia #pwhl #womenshockey #hockey -------------------------------- ABOUT BLACK ROSIE MEDIA ----------------------------------- Black Rosie Media is a community for Black women and melanated creators in sports media. We are committed to showing up as advocates for the visibility of Black women and creators of color through original content, events, partnerships, and more. Our goal is to create a space online where Black women and other BIPOC creators are celebrated, appreciated, and equitably compensated for their work. Not only is Black Rosie Media a community for Black women and melanated creators, but it's also a standalone media conglomerate giving these creators a platform for their work. We are a space for news, game coverage, and creative sports content. Subscribe to get 💪🏾 Black Rosie Media 💪🏾 updates in your inbox! https://www.blackrosiemedia.com/ JOIN OUR SLACK COMMUNITY: https://buff.ly/3ySxxa4 💪🏾 Black Rosie Media 💪🏾 ...on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLKRosieMedia ...on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia ...on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackrosiem... -------------------------------SOCIAL-------------------------------- 🐦Twitter: @Founding4Pod & @BlackRosieMedia 📲: Instagram: @BlackRosieMedia 👥Facebook: @BLKRosieMedia 💬Website: BlackRosieMedia.com Slack Channel: https://buff.ly/3ySxxa4 -----------------------My GEAR - Affiliate Links---------------- 🎙️Rode NT-USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3u1jsir 📷 Sony ZV E-10: https://amzn.to/3FkZwgr 💡 Elgato LED light: https://amzn.to/3hKe0gc