# Contenders or Pretenders? A PWHL Quarter-Season Check

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Podcast: [At Even Strength: A Women's Hockey Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/at-even-strength-a-women-s-hockey-podcast-7611881)
Published: 2026-01-05T03:10:14+00:00
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## Resource

One Quarter Down: The PWHL Stock Report We’re 25% into the PWHL season, which makes it the perfect time for a check-in — without the overreactions. In this episode, we evaluate all eight PWHL teams and assess where things actually stand. Who looks like a real contender? Who has more questions than answers? And which storylines are being overstated (for better or worse)? Topics include: Stock up / stock down across the league Teams outperforming expectations Early warning signs worth paying attention to What the next quarter of the season could change This is a big-picture conversation designed for fans who want context, not just takes. 🎧 Follow the show for weekly PWHL breakdowns, women’s hockey conversations, and Olympic coverage as we head toward Milano Cortina 2026.

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