Claire Thompson was PWHL Vancouver’s first signing during the exclusive signing window of the 2025 PWHL Expansion Draft, making her the first player in franchise history.
Having proven herself as a strong defensive player for the back-to-back Walter Cup champions, the Minnesota Frost, Thompson brings first hand playoff knowledge to PWHL Vancouver, after capturing her first championship last year.
Here’s a little more information about Thompson, heading into her sophomore season in the PWHL.
Basic Information
Full Name: Claire Thompson
Date of Birth: January 28, 1998 (age 27)
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
Nationality: Canadian
Player Information
Position: Defence
Shoots: Left
Jersey Number: 42
Draft Status: Drafted third overall in the 2024 draft by PWHL Minnesota (now Minnesota Frost)
Current Team: PWHL Vancouver (signed a one-year contract in June 2025)
PWHL Statistics
All Time Regular Season Stats
GP: 30 | G: 4 | A: 14 | P:18 | +/- +1 | PIM: 8
All Time Playoff Stats
GP: 8 | G: 0 | A: 6 | P: 6 | +/- +2 | PIM: 4
PWHL Highlights
In her first year in the PWHL, Thompson was a finalist for the 2025 PWHL Defender of the year and was named to the second all-star for the 2024-25 season.
As well, she was a 2025 Walter Cup Champion with the Frost.
Olympic Highlights
Thompson made her Olympic debut in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, winning a gold medal with Canada’s women’s hockey team.
In the 2022 Winter Olympics, she led all defence in points with 13 (2 goals, 11 assists), setting a new record for points by a defensemen in a single tournament.
Thompson Highlights
Outside of hockey, Thompson has pursued medicine. She took time off from hockey, during the PWHL’s inaugural season, to study medicine full time at New York University (NYU).
Fun Fact
A fun-fact about Thompson is that her teammates on the Frost called her “The Human ChatGPT” because of her knowledge and analytical mind.
Thompson is a player that has the ability to play in all situations. A leader on and off the ice, she will be a key piece for PWHL Vancouver’s success in their inaugural season.
