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The Professional Women’s Hockey League will launch its newest franchise in San Jose, California, celebrating a milestone for women's sports and the region's deep hockey roots.
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The Professional Women’s Hockey League will launch its newest franchise in San Jose, California, celebrating a milestone for women's sports and the region's deep hockey roots.

Meghan Duggan, a decorated U.S. women's hockey legend, has been appointed general manager of the Professional Women's Hockey League's expansion franchise in Hamilton, Ontario, where she will shape the roster for the 2026‑27 season and help steer the league's broader growth.

The Hamilton Hammers, a new American Hockey League franchise, have been unveiled with a logo that honors Hamilton’s steel‑working legacy, a renovated TD Coliseum home, and strong backing from Oak View Group, the New York Islanders and local leaders.

The Hamilton Hammers, a brand‑new American Hockey League club, were introduced by Oak View Group, TD Coliseum and the New York Islanders. The logo blends crossed hammers with subtle puck details, echoing the city’s steel‑working past and the Islanders’ orange‑and‑blue palette. City officials, including Mayor Andrea Horwath, praised the franchise as a milestone for Hamilton’s sports scene.

The Professional Women's Hockey League announced a new San Jose franchise that will begin play in the 2026‑27 season at SAP Center, joining expansion teams in Detroit, Las Vegas and Hamilton, Ontario.

The Grand Rapids Griffins clinched a 4-3 overtime victory over the Chicago Wolves, while the Vegas Golden Knights’ appeal was denied, resulting in a draft‑pick forfeiture and a coach’s fine. At the same time, the Professional Women’s Hockey League announced San Jose as its newest franchise, and two Minnesota Frost players emerged as finalists for the Forward of the Year award.

The Professional Women's Hockey League will launch a San Jose franchise, joining the city's existing hockey ecosystem and expanding the league's geographic reach.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced San Jose as its newest franchise, marking the league’s first California team and its third West Coast club after Seattle and Vancouver, while reinforcing its record‑breaking attendance and growth.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced a new expansion team in San Jose, set to begin play in the 2026‑27 season, with Sharks Sports and Entertainment overseeing the franchise.

The Professional Women's Hockey League is set to broaden its footprint with a new franchise in San Jose, California, marking the league’s first presence in the state and its third team on the West Coast.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced San Jose as its newest franchise, highlighting local heritage, arena plans and the league’s expanding footprint across North America.

The PWHL is set to choose San José as its fourth expansion market, joining the NHL’s Sharks and adding to a league that has recently added franchises in Detroit and Hamilton, Ontario, while exploring new conference structures.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League is set to make a historic move into the San Francisco Bay Area, with an official announcement slated for May 19. The decision marks the league’s fourth expansion team in 2026 and pushes the total franchise count to twelve, underscoring the rapid growth of women’s professional hockey.

The Professional Women's Hockey League is set to double its footprint, adding teams in Las Vegas and Hamilton while planning future expansion into additional North American markets.

The PWHL is set to double its size with new franchises in Las Vegas and Hamilton, leveraging strategic venues and community partnerships to accelerate women's hockey growth.

Former NHL trailblazer Manon Rhéaume will steer Detroit’s newly announced Professional Women’s Hockey League team, bringing decades of playing and administrative experience to a city steeped in hockey tradition.

Manon Rhéaume, the first woman to play in an NHL preseason game, has been appointed general manager of the new PWHL Detroit team, bringing a distinguished playing and executive background to shape the league’s newest franchise.

Trailblazing hockey executive Manon Rhéaume is set to guide PWHL Detroit through its first season, bringing her historic playing legacy and front‑office experience to shape the team’s roster and staff.

The PWHL unveiled its newest franchise, PWHL Hamilton, during a press conference that highlighted the city’s growing appetite for women’s elite hockey. The team will make its debut at TD Coliseum for the 2026‑27 season, marking the league’s first foray into the Ontario market.

At just 18, Matthew Schaefer captured the NHL’s Calder Trophy in a unanimous vote, shattering rookie records and becoming a beacon for young fans.

The Professional Women's Hockey League announced the addition of teams in Las Vegas and Hamilton, Ontario, with inaugural seasons slated for this autumn. A press conference will detail the rollout as the league capitalizes on growing interest in women's sports.

The PWHL announced plans to add teams in Las Vegas and Hamilton for the 2026‑27 season, bringing the league’s total to 12 franchises and expanding its footprint across North America.

The PWHL will add teams in Las Vegas and Hamilton for the 2026‑27 season, introducing fresh color schemes and venues while expanding its footprint across North America.
The PWHL announced upcoming teams in Las Vegas and Hamilton, Ontario, as part of its rapid expansion, highlighting the league's deepening roots in North America.