Minnesota Frost re-sign D Mae Batherson, F Claire Butorac

Defender Mae Batherson and forward Claire Butorac have re-signed with the Minnesota Frost, the team announced Monday.

Batherson, a sixth-round pick (33rd overall) of the 2024 PWHL Draft, signed a two-year contract with the two-time defending league champions. The 24-year-old had three assists in 25 regular-season games and also appeared in three playoff games with the Frost.

"Mae integrated easily onto our blue line during her rookie season," Minnesota General Manager Melissa Caruso said in a statement. "She is quick and agile on the ice yet maintains poise under pressure in the d-zone. She has proven herself to be a valuable member of our team and we look forward to watching her role evolve over the next two seasons."

Butorac, an Andover, Minn., native and a 2023 Minnesota State graduate, signed a one-year deal to stay in her home state.

"We're excited that Claire Butorac will return to our roster for Season Three," Caruso said. "Claire brings speed, skill, and a relentless work ethic that will continue to elevate our forward group. Her passion for the game and ability to make an impact both on and off the ice make her a great fit for our team."

Butorac has compiled three goals and six assists in 50 regular-season games over the last two seasons. She has notched one goal and two assists in 16 postseason games.

--Field Level Media