Vancouver's new PWHL team embarrasses Francesco Aquilini and the Canucks

Since the PWHL's launch in 2024, hockey fans in Vancouver have been eagerly calling for a team of their own on the West Coast. And now, they officially have one!

The Agrodome is set to serve as the primary practice facility for Vancouver's PWHL team, with both PNE arenas receiving upgrades to their locker rooms and training areas in preparation for the team's arrival.

Lachlan Irvine from the Canucks Army writes that the team will be owned by the Walter Group, following the league's single-entity ownership model that also governs its original six teams. Mark and Kimbra Walter, who lead the group, have made their mark across the sports world, they're also part of the ownership teams for Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers and Premier League club Chelsea FC.

As for the roster, the expansion draft rules are still being finalized, but it's likely that Vancouver's new team will be allowed to select one player from each of the Original Six teams. The same opportunity is expected to be given to the anticipated Seattle franchise, which will share the West Coast spotlight with Vancouver.

The Vancouver Canucks are backed by one of the NHL's most diverse, well-rounded, and passionate fanbases. Over the past 25 years, the women's game has been embraced just as warmly in Vancouver. Now, the city will be able to experience it first hand.