Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 7 p.m. ET | Prudential Center
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EN: Andrew Luftglass (Play-by-Play), Gigi Marvin (Analyst), Abby Labar (Reporter);
FR: Geneviève Tardif (Host), Claudine Douville (Play-by-Play), Karell Émard (Analyst), Catherine Savoie (Reporter)
MONTRÉAL VICTOIRE
7-3-0-5 | 27 PTS | 3RD PLACE
Top Scorer: Marie-Philip Poulin – 15 GP, 7-7-14 PTS
Last Game: 3-0 W vs. TOR on Jan. 28
NEW YORK SIRENS
7-0-3-6 | 24 PTS | 4TH PLACE
Top Scorer: Kristýna Kaltounková – 16 GP, 11-1-12 PTS
Last Game: 4-3 SOL at BOS on Jan. 28
2025-26 SEASON SERIES: NEW YORK LEADS 6-3 IN POINTS (MONTRÉAL LEADS 26-16 IN POINTS ALL-TIME)
Nov. 25 at MTL: 4-0 MTL | Jan. 2 at NY: 4-3 NY | Jan. 18 at NY (WASHINGTON): 2-1 NY | Feb. 26 at NY | Mar. 28 at MTL (DETROIT)
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
The Victoire had nine players compete in the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, tied with the Sceptres for the most in the PWHL. Montréal is one of three squads, along with Ottawa and Seattle, to have players from both the U.S. (Hayley Scamurra) and Canada (Erin Ambrose, Ann-Renée Desbiens, Marie-Philip Poulin, Laura Stacey, Kati Tabin) who went head-to-head in the gold medal final. Montréal had players representing five different countries with Sandra Abstreither (GER), Lina Ljungblom (SWE) and Natálie Mlýnková (CZE), tied with Boston for most in the PWHL.
Poulin scored her team-leading seventh goal of the season in Montréal’s final game before the Olympic break, then set an all-time Olympic record in Milan with her 19th and 20th career goals. The captain is one of only four hockey players with five Olympic medals. Her 12 career goals against New York are the most by any player.
Desbiens recorded her third shutout of the season before the break after posting just one in the league’s first two seasons. In Milan, she set an all-time Canadian Olympic record with her ninth career win. The Victoire have followed both of her previous shutout wins this season with regulation victories.
Mlýnková scored her third game-winning goal before the break and is tied for the league lead in the category. She has scored two of her four goals this season against New York and is tied for second in goals among rookies. In Milan, she set a Czech Olympic tournament record with three goals and led the team in scoring with four points.
The home team won the first two meetings between these teams this season before New York picked up a 2-1 win in a Takeover Tour game in Washington D.C on Jan. 18. The Victoire’s only two losses in eight January games were against the Sirens. They earned at least one point in all six of their road games against New York in the first two seasons (4-0-2-0).
Montréal won its final two games before the Olympic break by scores of 3-1 (vs. Ottawa) and 3-0 (vs. Toronto). Prior to that, the Victoire had played in eight consecutive one-goal games, going 2-2-0-4 in those games. The Victoire are 5-1-0-1 when scoring at least three goals this season, with the lone loss coming on the road against New York (4-3 on Jan. 2).
The Sirens welcome back their six Olympians, including Canadian silver medalists Sarah Fillier, Kristin O’Neill and Kayle Osborne. New York is the only PWHL team that featured players on both sides of the bronze medal game with Switzerland’s Nicole Vallario winning against Sweden’s Maja Nylén Persson. Kristýna Kaltounková also competed for Czechia in her first Olympics.
Fillier recorded three goals and three assists in Milan and is tied for seventh in all-time Olympic goals by a Canadian with 11 in 14 career games. She leads the Sirens in points this season against the Victoire with three assists.
O’Neill scored three goals and five points in her Canadian Olympic debut, matching her point total (4G, 1A) in 16 games with the Sirens this season. Her four goals tie a career-high set in the inaugural season with Montréal, while her five points ties her offensive production during the 2024-25 season.
Kaltounková scored her league-leading 10th and 11th goals in her final game before the break and extended her point streak to four. With 11 goals in 16 games, including two against the Victoire, the No. 1 overall pick in last June’s draft is on pace to score 20 goals this season, a number that has only been reached once in the PWHL (Natalie Spooner in the league’s inaugural season, 24 games).
Casey O’Brien, who sits one point behind Kaltounková for the scoring lead among rookies with 11 points (4G, 7A), returns from the break riding a three-game point streak. Her and Kaltounková are the only two rookies this season with multiple point streaks of three or more games.
Taylor Girard returns to the Sirens lineup after serving her three-game suspension assessed the last time these two teams played on Jan. 18. Her five goals rank second on the team and her six points are tied for fifth.
The Sirens lost to the Fleet, 4-3, in a shootout on the road in their final game before the break. New York is winless in its last three games (0-0-2-1) after going 5-0-1-0 in its previous six games. The Sirens have scored multiple goals in 10 straight games, their longest such streak all-time.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
“I like that we are getting right back into (PWHL) games. We put a lot of emphasis on celebrating our players who have been in market and have been working hard for the past two weeks. They're definitely looking forward to playing a game. And for our Olympians who have played games in more recent days and weeks, I think they're happy to get right back at it and kind of switch for this.” - Victoire Head Coach Kori Cheverie
“Coming out of the Olympic break, there’s a real sense of energy and pride around our group. Several players had the chance to compete on that stage, and now we get to bring that experience and momentum back to our team. It’s exciting to have everyone together again, refocused on what we’re aimed at here in New York. In this back half of the season, everything we want is in front of us. Every game is critical and it’s about staying connected to our habits, staying present and making the most of every day.” - Sirens Head Coach Greg Fargo
THURSDAY’S GAME: It’s the first game back from the PWHL’s Olympic break and the second and final time the Sirens will host the Victoire at Prudential Center this season. Tonight is New York’s Black History Celebration as part of the PWHL Unity Game series, honoring Black history, creativity, and the ongoing contributions of Black artists, leaders, and community-builders within hockey — and across sport. Through art, music, cultural performance, and in-arena recognition, the Unity Game creates space for reflection, celebration, and meaningful engagement with Black communities.
Programming throughout the night has been developed in partnership with Black-led organizations and cultural institutions to ensure authenticity, respect, and cultural integrity. Throughout the night, fans will experience cultural elements woven seamlessly into the gameday atmosphere, highlighting Black heritage, expression, and community impact including:
- “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Performance – A powerful live rendition of the iconic hymn, performed by Red Bank’s own Count Basie Gospel Choir, honoring legacy, resilience, and unity.
- Black-Owned Business & Organization Showcase – Fans can explore and engage with Black-owned businesses and community organizations throughout the concourse, highlighting entrepreneurship, cultural influence, and community leadership.
- Gallery Exhibition in Collaboration with The Newark Museum of Art – A curated art gallery on the concourse featuring work from local artists of color, presented in partnership with The Newark Museum of Art. This exhibition celebrates community talent, creative expression, and cultural storytelling through visual art.
- Performance by the Scarlet Divas of Rutgers University – A high-energy showcase by the Scarlet Divas, Rutgers University’s dynamic majorette dance team, performing during the first intermission. Known for their precision, power, and HBCU-inspired style, the Divas will bring vibrant choreography, school pride, and electrifying spirit to the concourse celebration, honoring culture, movement, and community expression.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early for a special pregame moment featuring Sophia Yeshi, the artist and designer behind this season’s Black History Month Celebration logo. Yeshi’s work highlights themes of empowerment, identity, and bold Black creativity. A special Black History Celebration jersey featuring Yeshi's logo is available for purchase here. Additional special guests in attendance will include Ivy Harrington, 2025 Miss New Jersey, and Jordan Sanchez, National American Miss 2026 (New York).