
San Jose Secures PWHL Expansion Franchise for 2026‑27 Season
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.
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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.

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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 Premier Women’s Hockey League is set to add a San Jose franchise for the 2026‑27 season, joining a wave of expansion that includes Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas and others. The move is part of a broader strategy to secure a major U.S. broadcast rights deal and reshape the league’s competitive balance.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced its entry into San Jose for the 2026‑27 season, securing a venue at SAP Center and training facilities at Sharks Ice, while highlighting the region’s deep hockey roots and commitment to women’s sports.
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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.

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