Skylar Irving earns one-year extension with Montreal Victoire

The Montreal Victoire have locked in another piece of their championship roster, announcing Tuesday that forward Skylar Irving has agreed to a one-year contract extension. The deal keeps the American skater with the defending Walter Cup champions for the upcoming Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season.

With Irving under contract, Montreal’s roster for next season now stands at 19 signed players. The move is part of the organization’s efforts to keep a strong core in place as it prepares to defend its league title.

Irving builds on solid first PWHL season

Irving is coming off her first season in the PWHL, during which she appeared in 27 games for the Victoire. She finished the regular season with three goals and six assists, contributing secondary offence while settling into the professional ranks.

The 24-year-old also appeared in two playoff games in the spring, helping Montreal secure the first Walter Cup in franchise history. Her return provides continuity for a forward group that played a key role in that championship run.

Montreal originally added Irving at the 2025 PWHL Draft, selecting her in the third round with the 20th overall pick. By bringing her back on a new one-year agreement, the Victoire are reinforcing their commitment to players who have already proven they fit within the team’s structure.

Montreal set to open Walter Cup title defence

The extension comes as Montreal continues to shape its roster ahead of the league’s new campaign. The Victoire will begin their Walter Cup title defence on December 5, when they host the Hamilton team at Place Bell.

With 19 players now signed and Irving confirmed as part of the mix, Montreal enters the final stretch of its off-season preparations with a clearer picture of its lineup. Additional roster decisions may still be ahead, but keeping a familiar face like Irving in the fold is another step toward stability for the Victoire as they chase back-to-back championships.