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Boston Fleet Re-sign Forwards Jill Saulnier and Sophie Shirley

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

On Thursday Afternoon, the Boston Fleet announced that they re-signed forwards Jill Saulnier and Sophie Shirley to two-year contracts. Phase five of PWHL expansion provides existing teams an exclusive window to re-sign players on expiring contracts.

The Fleet currently have seven other players signed for the upcoming season. During the draft … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet 2026 PWHL Draft Recap: Meet the Next Generation of Talent

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

The 2026 PWHL Draft brought together some of the top prospects and emerging names in women’s hockey as they took the next step in their careers toward the highest level of the sport. This year’s draft was unlike any other, with the addition of four new expansion teams reshaping the landscape of the league.

The 2026 … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Player Review: Jessie Eldridge

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

Jessie Eldridge joined the Boston Fleet midway through the 2025-26 season through a trade with the Seattle Torrent. While the Fleet lost Theresa Schafzahl, a fan-favorite who had been with the Fleet since the inaugural year and scored the first-ever goal in franchise history, they gained a player who would quickly … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Expansion Protection List

By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

During Phase One of PWHL expansion, existing teams across the league had to submit a three-player protection list. Every selection from these teams was crucial for growth and long-term success in a fast-growing league.

The official protection list for the Boston Fleet has been revealed, and the Fleet has decided to protect goaltender Aerin Frankel, Defender and captain Megan Keller, and … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Appears in MayeDay Celebrity Softball Classic

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

Boston Fleet captain Megan Keller and forward Jill Saulnier took the field Sunday night at the MayeDay Family Foundation Celebrity Softball Classic, joining athletes, celebrities, and community members for an evening centered on giving back. The event brought people from across New England together through softball while raising funds and awareness for … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Player Review: Abby Newhook

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

Abby Newhook quietly put together one of the more underrated rookie seasons in the PWHL. After being selected in the fifth round of the 2025 PWHL Draft, Newhook entered the season without the same attention as some of the league’s top rookie names, but quickly proved her worth. Her high-caliber hockey … Keep Reading

Who Should the Fleet Protect During the PWHL Expansion

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

With PWHL expansion set to reshape the league once again, the Boston Fleet are facing one of the biggest roster decisions in franchise history. Unlike last season’s expansion process, this year’s revamped rules eliminate the expansion draft entirely, forcing teams to think differently about how they protect their core while preparing … Keep Reading

Former Fleet Players Finding Success With the Walter Cup

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

While the Walter Cup did not come home to Boston, it was bittersweet for Fleet fans to watch two former Fleet players lift the Cup: Shiann Darkangelo and Jessica DiGirolamo. Both players took different paths through the league after their time in Boston, but each ultimately played a role in helping … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Player Review: Sophie Shirley

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

Not every successful season is measured by point totals, and Sophie Shirley’s season was proof of that. She may not have finished the season with grand offensive numbers, but her impact on the ice went far beyond the scoresheet.

In a league as competitive and physical as the Professional Women’s … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet Player Review: Haley Winn

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

Haley Winn was drafted by the Boston Fleet second overall in the 2025 draft. The former Clarkson University Powerhouse has made quite a name for herself in Boston and is a core piece of the defensive line. This two-way player has international games under her belt and two gold medals from the Women’s … Keep Reading

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