What The PWHL's Roster And Salary Shifts Means For Players And Teams

Nov 1, 2026 2:15 PMPublished Nov 1, 2026 2:15 PM

The PWHL made significant changes to their roster size and payment structure

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, the league has done away with reserves, opting to move to 24-player rosters from the 23-player and three reserve system they've operated under since day one.

The league, in conjunction with the PWHLPA, also abruptly altered the minimum pay structure moving league minimum from a scheduled $38,245 this season immediately boosting league-minimum salary to $42,000.

The PWHL is increasing roster limits and minimum salaries. But the rule changes, which were announced after teams had signed the bulk of their rosters in the offseason, will also have unwanted impacts that immediately drew attention from players, agents, and teams.

thehockeynews.comWhat The PWHL's Roster And Salary Shifts Means For Players And TeamsThe PWHL is increasing roster limits and minimum salaries. But the rule changes, which were announced after teams had signed the bulk of their rosters in the offseason, will also have unwanted impacts that immediately drew attention from players, agents, and teams.

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What The PWHL's Roster And Salary Shifts Means For Players And Teams

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