May 4, 2024 – Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Final Weekend Preview: New York vs. Minnesota

The final weekend of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) regular season is upon us, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for the teams involved. In a pair of Saturday afternoon matchups, the New York team will face off against Minnesota at 1:00 p.m. ET at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY.

Minnesota is in a prime position to clinch a playoff spot and secure third place in the overall standings with just one point in today’s game against New York. However, if New York manages to win in regulation, Minnesota’s playoff hopes could still be alive depending on the outcome of the Boston vs. Montréal game.

On the other hand, Ottawa has a chance to clinch a playoff spot if Montréal beats Boston in regulation, setting up an exciting final weekend of action in the PWHL.

Toronto has already clinched first place and the opportunity to select their semi-final opponent, while Montréal has secured home-ice advantage for the playoffs.

New York, unfortunately, has been eliminated from playoff contention but will have the first overall pick in the upcoming PWHL Draft.

Today’s game at UBS Arena will not only be a crucial matchup on the ice but also a celebration of the support from PWHL New York fans throughout the inaugural season. The first 500 fans in attendance will receive a replica of the team’s commemorative inaugural season banner, with prizes and special ceremonies planned to honor the dedicated supporters.

As the regular season comes to a close, both New York and Minnesota will be looking to end on a high note. With playoff implications on the line, this game promises to be a thrilling conclusion to what has been an exciting season of PWHL action.