The 2026 Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) season begins this weekend with two games on Friday and two on Saturday. The New York Atlas, who finished last season with a 7-3 record, will face the Carolina Chaos, who recently won the Championship Series against the California Redwoods with a score of 24-16. The Atlas will have to adjust without key players Gavin Adler and Michael Grace. Meanwhile, the Denver Outlaws, also with a 7-3 record last season, are determined to improve after falling short in the championship game. They will face the Utah Archers, who selected Aidan Maguire with the first overall pick in the draft, aiming to enhance their chances of contention. Other teams to watch include the Boston Cannons, who are looking for a strong performance from leading scorer Asher Nolting, and the Maryland Whipsnakes, who hope to bolster their midfield scoring. The season promises exciting matchups and storylines as teams vie for supremacy.