"Toronto Tempo"
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Key developments
- The Toronto Tempo, one of the two new WNBA expansion teams in 2026, completed their expansion-draft selections in early April 2026, revealing a roster that included notable picks like Julie Allemand and Marina Mabrey among others. This marked the first formal roster for Toronto in the league.[1][2][5]
- Fans and analysts discussed the roster, with some celebrations over strong international representation and concern or disappointment over the absence of certain Canadian players like Bridget Carleton in the expansion selections.[2][3]
- The Tempo later held coverage and analysis sessions discussing how the new additions could shape their competitiveness in their inaugural season, including reactions to the selections and expectations ahead of the WNBA Draft and the season start.[4]
Representative picks and context
- Julie Allemand and Marina Mabrey were highlighted among the Tempo’s early selections in expansion, signaling an emphasis on guard play and international experience.[1][2]
- The roster also featured players from multiple countries, underscoring a diverse international approach to building the team.[2]
What’s next
- Following the expansion draft, teams typically proceed to the main WNBA Draft to fill remaining slots and strengthen positions needed for the inaugural season. For the Tempo, there was public anticipation about their sixth overall pick and potential additions in the college draft window.[5][4]
- Training camp and preseason games were scheduled to ramp up quickly as the season approached, with Toronto aiming to translate the expansion-draft talent into on-court success.[1]
If you’d like, I can pull more detailed lists of every player Toronto Tempo selected in the expansion draft and compare them to Portland’s picks, or summarize fan sentiment from specific outlets. I can also provide a quick snapshot of how these picks fit into typical roster-building logic for expansion teams.