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Akane Shiga, the PWHL’s first Japanese player, has signed a two‑year deal with Detroit, bringing her Olympic experience and international pedigree to a roster that will field 16 skaters for the 2026‑27 season.
A look at the rising presence of sister pairs in the Professional Women's Hockey League, highlighting historic firsts, medal‑winning talent, and the next generation of draft prospects
The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s newest franchise in Detroit is shaping its identity ahead of the inaugural season, assembling a roster that blends veteran savvy with fresh talent.
The league’s last season in Edina, Minnesota showcased elite women’s talent, NHL‑linked men’s rosters, and a dramatic opening night victory.
The Detroit Red Wings are infusing physicality into their lineup, drawing inspiration from the gritty PWHL Detroit squad assembled by GM Manon Rheaume.
The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.
PWHL Detroit announces the signing of three defensemen, highlighting local star Mellissa Channell‑Watkins and veterans Stephanie Markowski and Mia Biotti, as the league prepares for its inaugural season.
The Minnesota Frost finished third in the PWHL with a 13‑3‑5‑9 record, led by Kelly Pannek’s record‑breaking 33 points, and navigated a late‑season skid before falling to the eventual champions in a five‑game series.
Caroline Harvey’s selection as the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft underscores a historic influx of American talent into professional women’s hockey.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League revealed its 2025‑26 postseason awards, spotlighting former NCAA players who dominated in statistics, impact and rookie performance.
Manon Rheaume, the newly appointed general manager of Detroit’s entry in the Professional Women’s Hockey League, arrived with a clear vision: to shape an expansion franchise from the ground up while navigating the intense scrutiny that comes with a high‑profile debut.
The Premier Women’s Hockey League announced its award winners, highlighting Frankel’s historic MVP honor and a host of other league accolades.
The still‑nameless Detroit franchise in the Professional Women’s Hockey League has signed ten players, including scoring phenom Daryl Watts and veteran Hilary Knight, setting the stage for a competitive debut.
PWHL Detroit has signed forward Shiann Darkangelo to a two‑year contract, bolstering the roster ahead of the league’s first season in 2026‑27.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced the addition of forward Taylor Girard, a Macomb County native, to its Detroit franchise, sealing a two‑year deal that reunites her with former coaches and teammates.
The Professional Women's Hockey League’s Detroit franchise is adding eight players, including Michigan native Taylor Girard and veteran Hilary Knight, as it builds toward its debut draft.
Veteran forward Hilary Knight is set to debut for Detroit’s new Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise after a sign‑and‑trade agreement with Las Vegas. The deal follows her recent gold‑medal performance with Team USA and sets the stage for a reunion with former Olympic assistant coach Josh Sciba.
The Professional Women's Hockey League is experiencing a wave of player movements that are reshaping team compositions across the league.
Detroit’s newest women’s hockey team secures Olympic silver‑medalist Jesse Compher, who will play alongside her brother J.T. and former Toronto Sceptres stars Daryl Watts and Britta Curl‑Salemme.
Five new players, including Jesse Compher and Daryl Watts, have signed with the PWHL Detroit team as part of its expansion, setting the stage for the league’s June 17 draft in Detroit.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s Detroit expansion club announced a flurry of signings, highlighting a mix of emerging talent and seasoned veterans as the franchise gears up for its debut draft on June 17.
Veteran forward Hilary Knight, a decorated U.S. women's hockey star, is moving to Detroit's Professional Women's Hockey League squad after a sign‑and‑trade deal with Las Vegas, agreeing to a foundational contract that guarantees at least $100,000 annually.
Five‑time U.S. Olympian Hilary Knight is set to make history as she joins Detroit’s brand‑new Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise, a move that underscores the league’s rapid expansion and the city’s growing commitment to women’s sports.
Hilary Knight, a decorated U.S. women’s hockey star, is set to play for Detroit’s new PWHL franchise after a sign‑and‑trade agreement with Las Vegas. The deal, pending the league’s June 16 trade‑freeze lift, will see Knight join a team featuring several Olympic gold‑medalists and her former Olympic assistant coach.