Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
banner
mikemurphyhky.bsky.social
Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
@mikemurphyhky.bsky.social
www.theicegarden.com
I write about hockey
"@DigDeepBSB" in the land of Mordor.
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
At long last, it's time for TIG's PWHL Power Rankings: The Threequel! www.theicegarden.com/2025-26-pwhl...
2025-26 PWHL Power Rankings: Week 1 (11/21-11/27)
At long last, it's time for TIG's PWHL Power Rankings: The Threequel!
www.theicegarden.com
November 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Hearing Alison Lukan on color commentary for the Seattle Torrent vs Minnesota Frost is amazing.
November 28, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
The finale to Crease Huddles Ep. 7 is here! Now with more predictions, more hot takes, and more ghost peppers to prepare you for the start of the 25/26 PWHL Season!
Crease Huddles Episode Seven, Part Two: More Predictions, More Hot Takes, & More Ghost Peppers
The finale to Crease Huddles Ep. 7 is here! Now with more predictions, more hot takes, and more ghost peppers to prepare you for the start of the 25/26 PWHL Season!
www.theicegarden.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
The Toronto Sceptres opened the 2025-2026 PWHL season with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost on Friday night.
Five Thoughts from the Toronto Sceptres' Season Opener
The Toronto Sceptres opened the 2025-2026 PWHL season with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost on Friday night.
www.theicegarden.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
On this episode, LJ and guest Maya dive into Calgary's unique women's hockey heritage. Yahoo!
Purple Posts Episode 6: Calgary and the Wild West of Women’s Hockey
On this episode, LJ and guest Maya dive into Calgary's unique women's hockey heritage. Yahoo!
www.theicegarden.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Coming off a loud offseason, the Sirens are set to make even more noise in the PWHL's third year.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: New York Sirens
Coming off a loud offseason, the Sirens are set to make even more noise in the PWHL's third year.
www.theicegarden.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
A look around the league at players who are poised to rebound from their difficult 2025 seasons.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Six PWHL Players Set to Bounce Back in 2026
A look around the league at players who are poised to rebound from their difficult 2025 seasons.
www.theicegarden.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Ottawa’s core returns, but the path back to the playoffs won’t be easy.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Ottawa Charge
Ottawa’s core returns, but the path back to the playoffs won’t be easy.
www.theicegarden.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Will the new-look Montréal Victoire have what they need to reach their first Walter Cup Final?
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Montréal Victoire
Will the new-look Montréal Victoire have what they need to reach their first Walter Cup Final?
www.theicegarden.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
After a tumultuous offseason, the new-look Fleet are ready to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Boston Fleet
After a tumultuous offseason, the new-look Fleet are ready to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season.
www.theicegarden.com
November 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Kendall Coyne Schofield with the first goal of the 2025-26 season (EV). A1 is Kelly Pannek, A2 is Britta Curl-Salemme.

Minnesota looks very much like Minnesota early.
November 22, 2025 at 12:32 AM
So much work has gone into getting ready for the PWHL season for us at @theicegarden.bsky.social and @theixsports.bsky.social. It's been wild. But we are here!

We have an amazing team of writers and creators this year. Please subscribe to support our work in and out of the rink. 💜
November 21, 2025 at 11:22 PM
I still can't wrap my head around how outstanding the Vancouver Goldeneye's inaugural roster looks on paper.

www.theicegarden.com/2025-26-pwhl...
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Vancouver Goldeneyes
Who to watch, three predictions for the season, and more in our Vancouver Goldeneyes preview.
www.theicegarden.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM
I had a few things to say in this table that is round!
November 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
After suffering some significant departures, including much of their defensive core, can the Minnesota Frost match their stellar performance from last season?
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Minnesota Frost
After suffering some significant departures, including much of their defensive core, can the Minnesota Frost match their stellar performance from last season?
www.theicegarden.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Highlighting four PWHL players heading into their sophomore season and poised for big things. www.theicegarden.com/2025-26-pwhl...
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Sophomore PWHL Players to Watch this Season
Highlighting four PWHL players heading into their sophomore season and poised for big things.
www.theicegarden.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Melissa takes a look at what's changed in NCAA Division III women's hockey as we approach the 2025-26 season.
The State of D3 Women’s Hockey, Fall 2025
Melissa takes a look at what's changed in NCAA Division III women's hockey as we approach the 2025-26 season.
www.theicegarden.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
News and notes from week one of Minnesota Frost training camp.
Minnesota Frost Training Camp: Takeaways from Week One
News and notes from week one of Minnesota Frost training camp.
www.theicegarden.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
The PWHL's new rules change how teams use their third goalies and remove coaches' ability to challenge calls.
PWHL Announces New Rules for the 2025-2026 Season
The PWHL's new rules change how teams use their third goalies and remove coaches' ability to challenge calls.
www.theicegarden.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
RIP Brooksie. Can't believe it.
November 13, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
What did players & coaches have to say after the Rivalry Series?
Rivalry Series Quotables: November Edition
What did players & coaches have to say after the Rivalry Series?
www.theicegarden.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
An analytical dive into special teams play from the 2024-25 PWHL season.
PP & PK in Pictures: A Look at Special Teams in the PWHL’s 2024/25 Season
An analytical dive into special teams play from the 2024-25 PWHL season.
www.theicegarden.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
The identity connects to the city’s nature and environment, marking the next step for women’s hockey in the Pacific Northwest. www.theicegarden.com/the-seattle-...
The Seattle Torrent: PWHL’s Newest Identity Flows into the Pacific Northwest
The identity connects to the city’s nature and environment, marking the next step for women’s hockey in the Pacific Northwest.
www.theicegarden.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Reposted by Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
Looking at a few players who stood out in the November games of the Rivalry Series between Team USA and Team Canada. www.theicegarden.com/four-standou...
Four Standout Players from the November Rivalry Series
Looking at a few players who stood out in the November games of the Rivalry Series between Team USA and Team Canada.
www.theicegarden.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
This is a must-read story from Giselle. Fantastic feature.
November 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM