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A look at the standout performances and historic milestones as five University of Minnesota women’s hockey graduates were chosen in the first PWHL draft, signaling a new era for the league.
The 2026 PWHL draft turned into a celebration of Boston University’s rising profile in women’s ice hockey. Three Terriers — Andrea Brändli, Sydney Healey and Maeve Kelly — were chosen by distinct franchises, underscoring the program’s depth and the league’s expanding talent pool.
The 2026 Premier Women’s Hockey League draft saw a record 31 American players selected, highlighted by Caroline Harvey’s top pick and nine U.S. athletes in the first round.
The trade, involving a 2026 first‑round pick, signals a bold move for PWHL Detroit as it prepares for its debut, with Knight set to headline a roster that includes notable sibling connections.
Detroit’s professional women’s hockey franchise announced a blockbuster move on June 16, 2026, completing a trade that brings forward Hilary Knight from Las Vegas in exchange for the team’s first‑round draft pick. The transaction comes just days after the league lifted its roster freeze, allowing clubs to finalize their line‑ups ahead of the upcoming 2026 draft.
Kim Weiss will lead the Professional Women’s Hockey League's Las Vegas franchise for the 2026‑27 season, drawing on a career that spans men's and women's hockey at various levels.
The upcoming tournament will feature the recent Hobey Baker Award winners, a blend of college programs, and a potential United States versus Canada showdown, all leading up to the gold‑medal game on May 31, 2026.