The Minnesota Frost chose Claire Thompson with the third overall pick in the PWHL draft, knowing they were getting a member of the Canadian national team and a future doctor.
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Melissa Caruso, PWHL Minnesota’s new GM, pays homage to her predecessor, Natalie Darwitz
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PWHL Minnesota names Melissa Caruso as GM, replacing Natalie Darwitz
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First-round draft pick Claire Thompson signs two-year deal with PWHL Minnesota
The defenseman starred for Canada’s gold medal-winning 2022 Olympic team.
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PWHL Minnesota drafts defender Thompson with No. 3 pick
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Aquatennial names PWHL Minnesota players as grand marshals for Torchlight Parade
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