The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) announced via social media on June 24, 2026, that a press conference will be held on Thursday at 10 a.
m. to provide a medical update on Victoire de Montreal captain Marie-Philip Poulin.
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According to a report by toutsurlehockey. com, the sudden briefing has fueled speculation regarding the future of the 35-year-old forward.
Poulin recently helped guide her team to a historic first Walter Cup championship and earned playoff MVP honors despite dealing with a lower-body injury sustained during the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games.
The captain previously raised doubts about her return for the 2026-2027 season by refusing to commit to the upcoming campaign during multiple post-championship interviews.
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Poulin explained that she first wanted to enjoy the moment, celebrate the historic championship with her teammates, and take time to reflect before making a decision.
"Quelques décisions à prendre," said Marie-Philip Poulin, captain of Victoire de Montreal.
The forward noted that these reflections would take place over the coming weeks, though she did not specify whether they pertained solely to her playing career.
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Victoire de Montreal previously protected Poulin, alongside teammates Laura Stacey and Ann-Renée Desbiens, ahead of the first phase of the PWHL expansion draft.
