Seattle Torrent Activate Captain Hilary Knight from IR

Olympic gold medalist to return to lineup after missing time with lower-body injury

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:52pm

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The Seattle Torrent have activated captain and five-time Olympian Hilary Knight from long-term injured reserve. Knight, who helped lead the U.S. women's hockey team to gold at the Milan Cortina Games, will return to the lineup on Sunday night against the Ottawa Charge after missing time with a lower-body injury.

Why it matters

Hilary Knight is one of the biggest stars in women's professional hockey and the captain of the Torrent. Her return to the lineup is a major boost for the team as they push for a playoff spot in the competitive PWHL.

The details

Knight, who has three goals and seven assists so far this season, was placed on injured reserve last month after suffering a lower-body injury during the Olympics. In a corresponding move, the Torrent have moved forward Brooke Bryant to the reserve player list.

  • Knight was placed on injured reserve last month.
  • Knight will return to the Torrent lineup on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Hilary Knight

A five-time Olympian and the captain of the Seattle Torrent, Knight is one of the biggest stars in women's professional hockey. She helped lead the U.S. women's hockey team to gold at the Milan Cortina Games.

Brooke Bryant

A forward for the Seattle Torrent, Bryant has been moved to the reserve player list in a corresponding move to activate Knight from injured reserve.

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What they’re saying

“Hilary Knight's return is a huge boost for our team as we make a push for the playoffs. She's a true leader on and off the ice, and we're excited to have her back in the lineup.”

— Torrent Head Coach

What’s next

The Torrent will monitor Knight's progress and playing time as she returns from injury, with the goal of having her at full strength for the playoffs.

The takeaway

The return of captain Hilary Knight is a major development for the Seattle Torrent as they look to secure a playoff spot in the competitive PWHL. Knight's leadership and skill will be crucial as the team makes a push down the stretch.