Thursday, May 7, 2026

U.S. Women’s Hockey Goalie Aerin Frankel on Gold Medal Win, Men’s Team Relationship, Caesar Salads

Fresh off an Olympic gold medal in Milan, Team USA goalie Aerin Frankel joins Front Office Sports to discuss the future of women’s hockey.

Frankel reflects on winning gold with Team USA, returning to the Boston Fleet in first place, and how the women’s game is growing faster than ever. She explains why streaming games on YouTube is critical for growth, how league expansion is changing the landscape, and what momentum from the Olympics means for the PWHL.

She also talks about her unexpected viral moment as a Caesar salad influencer, balancing personality with performance, and what comes next for her on and off the ice.

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