Boston Fleet Sign Frankel, Keller, Müller to Two-Year Extensions
The Fleet have anchored down their core through 2027-28.
Yesterday, the Boston Fleet announced that they have signed goaltender Aerin Frankel, defender Megan Keller, and forward Alina Müller to two-year contract extensions through the 2027-28 season. All three were previously set to become free agents in 2026.
“We’re thrilled to have Aerin Frankel, Megan Keller, and Alina Müller signed through the 2027–28 season,” Fleet General Manager Danielle Marmer said via a press release. “These are three of the best players in the world at their respective positions and having them committed to Boston gives us an elite core to build around. Aerin is the backbone of our team, and we have a chance to win every single night with her in net. Megan is the fabric of our identity and represents everything we love about Boston hockey by being physical, relentless, and reliable at both ends of the ice. Alina has one of the highest hockey IQs in the game and sees the ice incredibly well, elevates everyone around her, and will be a key driver of our offense. With this group leading the way, we’re in great hands for the next three years. Beyond their talent, these are leaders who represent what it means to be part of the Boston Fleet. Their legacy is already being written here, and we know our fans will be proud to continue cheering them on for years to come.”
Frankel has appeared in 41 games across two seasons with the Fleet, sporting a 0.924 SV% and 2.16 GAA. The 26-year-old is the PWHL’s only two-time Goaltender of the Year finalist, and she leads all netminders in career regular season saves (1,046). The Team USA starter and former Northeastern University superstar also sits second in games played, third in wins with 20, and is tied for third in career save percentage. Frankel has been a central part of any success the Fleet have had throughout their two seasons, and there’s little doubt that will continue to be the case over the next three campaigns.
“Every time I step on the ice, I’m reminded of how special it is to represent Boston,” Frankel said via a press release. “The passion of the fans, the support from the organization, and the bond with my teammates mean the world to me. I don’t take any of it for granted and couldn’t be more excited to extend my contract in the city of Boston.”
As for Keller, she has appeared in all 54 of the Fleet’s games. Her 28 points (nine goals and 19 assists) are good for sixth among all defenders, while she sits second in overall time on ice. The 29-year-old has been the Fleet’s best all-around defender by a significant margin while also serving as a key part of the leadership group, having been an alternate captain in both seasons. The Team USA veteran and former Boston College standout is a top candidate to become the team’s new captain, but regardless, will continue to be a key part of Boston’s success on and off the ice for years to come.
“I’m beyond excited to be part of the Boston Fleet organization for the next three years,” Keller said via a press release. “Boston has truly become home, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to keep building something special here. Most of all, I can’t wait to get back on the ice in front of our amazing fans!”
Last but certainly not least, it became clear with her protection in the expansion draft that Müller was the forward that Marmer planned to build around now and for the future. This extension reinforces that. The 27-year-old has appeared in 50 games for the Fleet, tallying 12 goals and 23 assists while primarily playing on the wing, not her natural center position. The Team Switzerland superstar and all-time scoring leader at Northeastern is second in all-time points for the Fleet as one of the game’s best forwards. She's in the prime of her career, so look for her impact to only grow over the next three years, particularly if she gets moved to the middle of the ice under new head coach Kris Sparre.
“I am so happy and grateful to stay in Boston for three more years and continue building towards a championship,” Müller said via a press release. “Boston has become home, both on and off the ice and I’m honored to continue representing this city and this organization. To my teammates, the coaches, the organization and the fans, thank you for the dedication. I can’t wait to get back on the ice and chase something special with this group.”
In a virtual press conference shortly after their season ended, Marmer stated that if allowed to sign players to extensions (which was unclear at the time), it would quickly become a priority for her, so it’s no surprise to see her follow through. These extensions ensure that the Fleet will have a core player at each position for the next three seasons. It’s difficult to understate the importance of that, given all the turnover the team experienced this offseason between the expansion draft, free agency, and Courtney Kessel’s departure and replacement with first-time head coach Sparre. These three provide top-end skill and leadership on and off the ice, and give Marmer and Sparre a strong base to work with to get the team back into contention for a Walter Cup.
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