Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | 7 p.m. ET | Agganis Arena
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Eric Gallanty (Play-by-Play), Gigi Marvin (Analyst), Natalie Noury (Reporter)
SEATTLE TORRENT
3-1-1-3 | 12 PTS | 6TH PLACE (TIED)
Top Scorer: Julia Gosling – 8 GP, 4-4-8 PTS
Last Game: 3-2 SOW at TOR (in Hamilton) on Jan. 3
BOSTON FLEET
6-0-1-2 | 19 PTS | 1ST PLACE
Top Scorer: Megan Keller – 9 GP, 3-5-8 PTS
Last Game: 4-3 L vs. VAN (in Detroit) on Jan. 3
2025-26 SEASON SERIES: BOSTON LEADS 3-0 IN POINTS
Dec. 21 at SEA: 3-1 BOS | Jan. 7 at BOS | Jan. 18 at SEA | Mar. 11 at SEA | Mar. 21 at BOS
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Boston scored a 3-1 road victory over Seattle when the teams met for the first time on Dec. 21. The Fleet led that game 2-0 at the first intermission, the only time that the Torrent have allowed multiple goals in a first period.
Seattle earned a shootout win over Toronto in Hamilton over the weekend, the Torrent’s first-ever win in three games away from Climate Pledge Arena and in a non-regulation game. All three of Seattle’s non-home games have been decided by one goal or in overtime/shootout.
Alex Carpenter scored the game-tying goal with less than five minutes remaining in regulation against the Sceptres, her team-leading fifth goal of the season and 50th career point, becoming the first American and one of four PWHL players to reach the all-time milestone. Seattle has won all four games the alternate captain has scored in this season (3-1-0-0) and none of the games in which she hasn’t (0-0-1-3).
Lexie Adzija has scored in consecutive games, her first two goals as a member of the Torrent. Mikyla Grant-Mentis had the primary assist on both goals and has three points (1G, 2A) in her last two games.
Corinne Schroeder picked up her first win in four games as a member of the Torrent with 27 saves and a perfect 4/4 in the shootout against the Sceptres. The goaltender played four seasons at Boston University (2017-21) and had one overtime loss at Agganis Arena as a freshman. She represents the Terriers in the Women’s Beanpot Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.
It’s a Boston homecoming for a quartet of former Fleet players, including Torrent captain Hilary Knight who scored 40 points (21G, 19A) in 54 games, including two goals at Agganis on Mar. 26, serving as captain for two seasons. She is expecting upwards of 40 family and friends in attendance. Torrent alternate captain Emily Brown played 53 career games in Boston (2-6-8), 2024 fourth overall pick Hannah Bilka played 16 games as a rookie (5-6-11), and Adzija played 36 career games over parts of two seasons (3-6-9), with two of her assists at Agganis on Mar. 8. Torrent GM Meghan Turner served two seasons as the Fleet’s Assistant General Manager.
Cayla Barnes is celebrating her 27th birthday today, with the defender still looking for her first point as a member of Seattle.
The Fleet suffered a 4-3 loss to Vancouver in a Takeover Tour game in Detroit on Saturday. Boston has outscored opponents, 8-1, in its three true home games this season, and 15-14 in its six games outside of Massachusetts.
Boston is the only team in the PWHL without a loss in their home state or province (3-0-0-0) yet this season, including two wins at Agganis Arena this season to improve their all-time record at the Boston University venue to 2-0-1-1. Rookie Abby Newhook, a former Boston College star, scored in each of the team’s first two games at Agganis Arena this season.
Regardless of their result in this game, the Fleet will set a new mark for most regulation wins in a PWHL team’s first 10 games of a season – the previous mark was five by Montréal last season and matched by New York this season. A win of any kind would tie Boston for the most W/OTW through 10 games (also Montréal & Minnesota last season).
Olivia Mobley scored her third goal of the season on Saturday in just her fifth career game and also led Boston with six shots on goal. The Fleet third-round pick had one shot in her first two games (8:08 average time on ice) but has 15 shots in her last three games (14:50 average time on ice).
Mia Biotti made her PWHL debut on Saturday in Detroit after signing a 10-day contract. The defender and former Harvard University captain hails from Cambridge, MA, and will play her first professional game tonight in her hometown with over 40 friends and family members expected in attendance.
Alina Müller recorded two assists in Boston’s first game against Seattle, bringing her career total to 40 points (13G, 27A), which ties Knight for the most in team history.
Müller was one of two PWHL players named to Switzerland’s roster today for her fourth Olympics. Fellow Fleet forward Laura Kluge was also one of three PWHL players named to Germany’s roster today for her first Olympics. On Tuesday, defenders Daniela Pejšová (BOS) and Aneta Tejralová (SEA) were among the eight PWHL players named to Czechia’s roster for their second straight Olympics. Boston’s Susanna Tapani will represent Finland, and Aerin Frankel, Megan Keller and Haley Winn will join Seattle’s Barnes, Bilka, Carpenter and Knight on Team USA.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
“The last time we played Boston, the league leaders, it was an important measuring stick for our group. We saw areas of our game that were trending in the right direction and others that needed to improve. Since that matchup, we feel we’ve made tangible gains as a team and taken steps forward in our consistency and execution. It will also be special for Hilary, Hannah, Lexie, and Emily to return to Boston and compete against their former team, and we’re looking forward to supporting them in that challenge as a team.” – Torrent Head Coach Steve O’Rourke
“I think our group has done a really good job of stepping up and playing to our potential so far this season. Every game poses a challenge and anytime you can come away with points in this league is super important. Obviously, we're doing well in the standings but it's a long season so we're focused on one game at a time." – Fleet goaltender Aerin Frankel
WEDNESDAY’S GAME: It’s the 40th game of the PWHL season, representing one third of the 2025-26 regular-season schedule’s 120 games. Boston welcomes Seattle to town for the first of two games, with the second to be played at the Tsongas Center on Mar. 21. Tonight is the Fleet’s Black History Celebration, as part of the PWHL’s Unity Game series, honoring Black history, culture, and the ongoing contributions of Black leaders, athletes, artists, and community-builders within hockey and across sport. The game will feature dedicated programming in partnership with Black-led organizations and community leaders, creating space for education, celebration, reflection, and meaningful community engagement.
The Fleet’s Black History Celebration Unity Game centers the following community organizations:
- A Long Talk is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing racial equity through facilitated dialogue, education, and community engagement. The organization creates structured spaces for honest conversation around race, identity, and accountability, with a focus on driving meaningful understanding and change within institutions, workplaces, and communities.
- Trail Blazhers is a community-based organization committed to empowering Black youth through mentorship, leadership development, and access to opportunity. Rooted in the belief that representation and support are essential to long-term success, Trail Blazhers focuses on creating pathways for young people to build confidence, develop skills, and thrive both on and off the ice.
- Black Girl Hockey Club is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access, representation, and belonging for Black women and girls in hockey. Through community programming, advocacy, and storytelling, BGHC works to challenge systemic barriers within the sport while creating spaces where Black women and girls can see themselves reflected and supported.
- Black Sports Ministry Network is a faith-based organization dedicated to supporting Black athletes, coaches, and sports professionals through mentorship, spiritual development, and community connection. Operating at the intersection of sport, leadership, and service, the Network creates spaces for personal growth, wellness, and purpose both on and off the field of play.
In partnership with these organizations and community leaders, fans can look forward to activations throughout the game-day experience, including:
- Pre-game educational programming led by A Long Talk founder Kamal Carter, focused on anti-racism, inclusivity in sport, and accountability in creating safer and more welcoming athletic spaces. Doors will open at 5:30 PM for the pre-game event, with A Long Talk’s presentation taking place in the Friends Lounge for the first 100 people. Fans attending the event should enter through the East Lobby doors by the Ticket Office. This session is designed to encourage learning, reflection, and dialogue, setting the tone for the evening’s Black History Celebration Unity Game programming.
- National Anthem and First Intermission performances by Michelle Brooks-Thompson, a Grammy-nominated vocalist rooted in soul, gospel, and contemporary music traditions and a Springfield, Massachusetts native. Known for her powerful voice and community-centered artistry, Brooks-Thompson brings a performance that reflects both musical excellence and cultural expression, helping set a meaningful and intentional tone for the Black History Celebration Unity Game. Fans can enjoy Brooke-Thompson performing Lift Every Voice and Sing during the first intermission.
- Ceremonial puck drop by Elaine Weddington Steward, Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel for Fenway Sports Group (FSG) Boston. She joined the Boston Red Sox in 1988 and has held a variety of leadership roles supporting baseball operations, legal affairs, and organizational strategy. A Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar, Steward is a 2024 Red Sox Hall of Fame inductee and has been widely recognized for her trailblazing impact in sports leadership, including honors from St. John’s University, the YWCA, and the National Association of Black Journalists.