Charge’s Hughes, Sceptres’ Miller, Frost’s Jaques named PWHL’s 3 stars of the week

It was a week of standout performances in the Professional Women’s Hockey League, with Ottawa Charge forward Gabbie Hughes, Toronto Sceptres forward Hannah Miller, and Minnesota Frost defender Sophie Jaques earning recognition as the league’s three stars of the week.

Gabbie Hughes

Hughes made her mark with a stellar performance in Ottawa’s 8-3 victory over Minnesota, where she tallied two goals and an assist. This marked her first multi-point game of the season and a career-first three-point game in the PWHL. The 25-year-old continued her impressive form by adding another goal and an assist in a hard-fought 3-2 overtime loss to Toronto. Hughes played a crucial role in the game-tying marker, showcasing her skill and impact on the ice.

Hannah Miller

Miller, the league’s leading scorer, showcased her scoring prowess with a goal and four assists in a three-game winning streak for the Sceptres. The 29-year-old forward contributed a goal and an assist in a thrilling 3-2 overtime win over the Frost, displaying her clutch performances in crucial moments. After a quieter game against Boston, Miller exploded with three assists in Toronto’s victory over Ottawa, further solidifying her status as a key player for the Sceptres.

Sophie Jaques

Defender Sophie Jaques played a pivotal role in Minnesota’s games last week, chipping in on five of the team’s seven goals with two goals and three assists. Jaques’ impressive offensive contributions have seen her surpass her previous season’s point total, with 13 points (three goals, 10 assists) this season. Her performance ranks her third among PWHL defenders in scoring, highlighting her impact at both ends of the ice.

Overall, the performances of Hughes, Miller, and Jaques underscore the depth of talent in the PWHL and the exciting competition that awaits fans in the league’s upcoming games.