Melodie Daoust and Rebecca Johnston scored to give Canada a 2-1 win over the United States in a 3-on-3 women's game on Friday during the NHL's all-star skills competitions.
The top female hockey players in Sweden refused to attend training camp Thursday or play in an upcoming international tournament in Finland, the latest such move by a women's national team to get better compensation.
The National Women's Hockey League is increasing salaries, offering a 50-50 split of sponsor-related revenues and improved benefits in an agreement reached with its players' association.
More than 200 of the top female hockey players in the world have decided they will not play professionally in North America next season, hoping their stand leads to a single economically sustainable league.
HC's Brian Burke explains to the Starting Lineup why he was so stunned by the CWHL folding, why he hopes it’s just part of a bigger women’s hockey strategy, and why this now sets a clear path for the NHL to step in and help.
Brianne Jenner and Blayre Turnbull scored, Shannon Szabados made 38 saves, and Canada beat the United States 2-0 on Sunday to win the inaugural Rivalry Series.
Alex Rigsby made 33 saves and Hilary Knight scored as the United States earned a 1-0 victory over Canada on Tuesday in the opener of a three-game Rivalry Series between the two rivals.
The inaugural Rivalry Series—a three-game head-to-head matchup between Team Canada and Team USA—is just one third over. There’s no question, though: It’s on.