American national team superstar Abbey Murphy is heading west after the Seattle Torrent chose her second overall in the 2026 PWHL Draft. Murphy is known as one of the top goal scorers on the planet, and a physical presence and pest. This season with the University of Minnesota, Murphy scored career highs with 40 goals and 66 points despite playing only 31 games. She also had seven points in seven games at the 2026 Milan Olympics helping USA win gold. The First Team All-American is a two-time Olympian, and has won two World Championship gold medals with USA. Abbey Murphy highlights Murphy is known as an in-your-face pest who combines physical play with a dynamic skill set. Murphy, 24, is a world-class skater and has a pro level shot. She agitates and is persistent on the forecheck. There's no doubt Murphy will be an immediate impact in the PWHL.
