The PWHL continues to make women’s sports history, as the players association voted to publicly disclose their salaries in an effort to promote transparency.
“This decision reflects our belief that greater salary transparency gives players clearer information and stronger context in individual negotiations, while also supporting a more transparent and credible marketplace for the league overall,” said PWHLPA executive director Malaika Underwood.
Only 10 PWHL players made more than $100,000 last season, led by Ottawa’s Emily Clark at $126,090 and New York’s Sarah Fillier at $125,000.
Reigning Walter Cup winner Montréal averaged just under $58,000 per player, with captain Marie-Philip Poulin and other top-paid stars opting to take pay cuts to maximize team depth.
Many players earned closer to the league low of $37,131.50, with 17 players on minimum contracts while others hovered around $40,000.
