The Minnesota Frost (5-1-2-3) take on the New York Sirens (6-0-0-5) in a cross-conference matchup as both teams vie for positioning in their respective divisions. Minnesota, sitting third in the Central Division, has shown strong offensive depth but comes off a mixed stretch, while New York, fourth in the Metropolitan Division, rides a franchise-record four-game winning streak fueled by rookie contributions and solid goaltending. This is the fifth head-to-head of the 2025-26 season, with New York holding a 3-0-2-0 edge in points (three regulation wins, two shootout/OT losses for Minnesota). Expect a fast-paced game highlighting New York’s surging attack against Minnesota’s veteran core, potentially tilting toward the Sirens’ home momentum but with Frost goaltending keeping it close.
Venue Location
Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey. This 16,514-capacity arena serves as one of the Sirens’ primary homes (along with UBS Arena), known for its intimate setup and growing PWHL fanbase.
Puckdrop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT / 4:00 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast regionally on MSG (New York) and Sportsnet (Canada – East/Pacific), with national coverage on NHL Network. Streaming options include ESPN+ and PWHL Live (regional restrictions apply).
Recent Team Forms
The Frost are 6-2-2-0 in their last 10 games, demonstrating balanced scoring but occasional defensive breakdowns. Recent results include a 6-2 home win over Seattle on January 11 (Dominque Petrie and Grace Zumwinkle each with two points) and a 2-6 loss to Seattle on January 7. They’ve averaged 3.5 GPG while allowing 3.9, with a strong power play (25% in wins) but struggling penalty kill (75% efficiency).
The Sirens are 5-5-0-0 in their last 10 but on a scorching 4-0-0-0 streak, outscoring opponents 15-5. Key wins: 4-1 over Toronto on January 6 (Kristýna Kaltounková two goals, Kayle Osborne shutout) and 4-3 over Montréal on January 2. Averaging 3.4 GPG and allowing 2.8, their rookies have fueled the surge, with improved goaltending (.930 SV% in streak).
| Team | Last 10 Record | Avg. GPG (Last 10) | Avg. GA (Last 10) | Key Trend |
| Frost | 6-2-2-0 | ~3.5 | ~3.9 | Strong home form (4-0-1-1); power play clicking but road defense vulnerable. |
| Sirens | 5-5-0-0 | ~3.4 | ~2.8 | 4-game win streak; rookie-led offense and shutouts driving momentum. thepwhl.com +3 |
Injury Report
Both teams face challenges, but Minnesota’s losses hit harder on forward depth.
Minnesota Frost Key Injuries:
Dominique Petrie (F): LTIR (lower-body) – Placed on long-term injured reserve January 8; out indefinitely, major blow to scoring (team-leading points before injury).
Lucy Morgan (G): Day-to-day (undisclosed) – Backup goalie; status uncertain after recent absence.
New York Sirens Key Injuries:
Dayle Ross (D): Recently activated from LTIR (undisclosed) – Back in lineup January 5; full strength on blue line.
Minnesota will rely on Britta Curl-Salemme and Taylor Heise to fill Petrie’s void, while New York’s depth remains intact.
Key
Player Matchups
This game features intriguing battles between New York’s rookie surge and Minnesota’s veteran experience:
Britta Curl-Salemme (Frost F) vs. Sarah Fillier (Sirens F): Curl-Salemme’s league-leading 13 points (4 goals, 9 assists) and multi-point consistency face Fillier’s playmaking (high ice time, 2025 Rookie of the Year). Fillier’s IQ could limit Curl-Salemme’s transitions.
Grace Zumwinkle (Frost F) vs. Kristýna Kaltounková (Sirens F): Zumwinkle’s speed and recent multi-point games test Kaltounková’s scoring streak (7 goals, leads rookies). Kaltounková’s edge could exploit Minnesota’s injuries.
Taylor Heise (Frost F) vs. Casey O’Brien (Sirens F): Heise’s versatility vs. O’Brien’s rookie creativity (7 points). O’Brien’s vision on the power play could target Frost weaknesses.
Bench Battle: Katy Knoll/Frost reserves vs. Jaime Bourbonnais/Sirens depth: Knoll’s contributions vs. Bourbonnais’ defensive stability (+6 rating). New York’s bench could dominate with full health.
Series History
New York leads the 2025-26 season series 3-0-2-0 (9 points to Minnesota’s 4). Key games: New York 4-3 OT win on December 1, Minnesota 4-3 SO win on December 22, New York 5-0 shutout on January 4, Minnesota 2-3 SO loss on January 15. All-time (since PWHL inception 2024), Detroit (Red Wings affiliate? No, PWHL independent, but head-to-head favors New York 7-4 in last 11 including preseason). Home teams have won 60% of recent matchups, with unders hitting in 60%.
Betting Trends
Puck Line: Sirens 6-5 ATS overall, 4-2 at home; Frost 5-6 ATS, 2-3 as road underdogs.
Moneyline: New York wins 60% as favorites; Minnesota 40% as underdogs.
Over/Under: Sirens games hit over in 5 of 11 (45%); Frost in 6 of 11 (55%). Recent trends: Unders in 6 of Sirens’ last 10; overs in 5 of Frost’s last 8.
Other Trends: Sirens 4-0 in last 4 (covering 75%); Frost 1-3 in last 4 road games (25% ATS). New York 3-1 ATS vs. Central teams; unders in 60% of head-to-heads.
GAME ODDS
Minnesota Frost 5
New York Sirens – 125
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026
