PWHL Offseason Moves: Expansion Teams Shine as Veteran Franchises Face Turbulence
The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.
Jun 24, 2026
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PWHL 2026 Draft Spotlights Olympic Talent and Expands Reach
The upcoming 2026 draft of the Professional Women’s Hockey League will feature five American Olympic gold medalists, highlight standout collegiate performers, and be broadcast across North America and internationally.
Jun 17, 2026
PWHL Draft in Detroit to Reunite Five U.S. Olympic Gold Medalists
The upcoming draft in Detroit will bring together a cadre of U.S. Olympic champions and a deep pool of international players as the Professional Women’s Hockey League expands to twelve teams.
Jun 16, 2026
Hilary Knight Traded to Detroit in Landmark PWHL Deal
Five‑time Olympian Hilary Knight is moving to Detroit as part of a sign‑and‑trade agreement that also nets Las Vegas two top‑five picks in the upcoming PWHL draft.
Jun 16, 2026
Detroit Acquires Hilary Knight in Landmark PWHL Trade
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.
Jun 16, 2026
Kim Weiss Takes the Helm of Las Vegas’ New PWHL Franchise
The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced that its newest franchise in Las Vegas will be led by veteran coach Kim Weiss, marking a milestone in the league’s growth and a reunion with general manager Dominique DiDia.
Jun 15, 2026
Kim Weiss named coach of PWHL’s Las Vegas expansion team
The PWHL announced Kim Weiss as its new coach for the Las Vegas franchise, highlighting her AHL background, historic milestones, and reunion with general manager Dominique DiDia.
Jun 15, 2026
Kim Weiss Appointed as First Head Coach of PWHL Las Vegas
The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced Kim Weiss as the inaugural head coach of its Las Vegas franchise, highlighting her historic career and vision for the team's culture.
Jun 15, 2026
Kim Weiss Appointed Head Coach of Las Vegas PWHL Franchise Ahead of 2026‑27 Inaugural Season
Las Vegas' Professional Women's Hockey League franchise has selected Kim Weiss as its inaugural head coach, tasking her with building a competitive team that will debut at T‑Mobile Arena in the 2026‑27 season.
Jun 15, 2026
Kim Weiss Appointed Head Coach of Inaugural PWHL Las Vegas Team
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Hilary Knight Signs with Las Vegas Expansion Team in Landmark PWHL Deal
Veteran forward Hilary Knight has agreed to a one‑year deal with the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s newest franchise in Las Vegas, a move that ties into a sign‑and‑trade arrangement with Detroit and sets the stage for the league’s Phase 3 expansion.
Jun 9, 2026
Hilary Knight Signs with Las Vegas Expansion Team in Landmark PWHL Deal
Veteran forward Hilary Knight has agreed to a one‑year deal with the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s newest franchise in Las Vegas, a move that ties into a broader expansion strategy and a potential transfer to the Detroit team later this year.
Jun 9, 2026
PWHL Announces Las Vegas Expansion, Taps Dominique DiDia as General Manager
The Professional Women’s Hockey League is set to add a Las Vegas franchise this fall, with former CAA Sports executive Dominique DiDia appointed as general manager. DiDia, who built the agency’s women’s hockey division, cited the city’s vibrant sports environment as a key factor. Roster signings for the expansion team open on June 5.
May 30, 2026
Las Vegas Hockey’s Divided Identity: From Scorned Champions to a New Ethical Frontier
Two teams share the same market but embody opposite visions for the future of hockey in Las Vegas.
May 29, 2026
Hockey Canada Parts Ways with Gina Kingsbury as PWHL Redefines Women’s Coaching Landscape
Gina Kingsbury’s departure from Hockey Canada coincides with the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s rapid growth, creating fresh opportunities for coaches and executives.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada Hunts New GM and Coach as PWHL Reshapes Women’s Game
After eight years at the helm, Gina Kingsbury exits Hockey Canada, while Troy Ryan joins the San Jose PWHL franchise, reflecting a broader transformation in women's elite hockey.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks new general manager and coach for women’s national team
After eight years at the helm, Kingsbury steps down while Ryan takes a PWHL role, prompting Hockey Canada to rethink oversight amid a rapidly evolving women's hockey landscape.
May 26, 2026
Canada’s Women’s Hockey Leadership Shake‑Up as PWHL Expands
With Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan’s contracts ending, the sport’s landscape is shifting as the Professional Women’s Hockey League adds teams and reshapes competition for top talent.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks new GM and coach for women’s national team amid PWHL expansion
Hockey Canada is searching for a new general manager and coach for the national women's team after Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan stepped down, a shift driven by the rapid expansion of the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks fresh leadership for women’s national team amid PWHL upheaval
With the Professional Women’s Hockey League reshaping the landscape, Hockey Canada has launched a search for a new general manager and head coach, promising a blend of experience and new vision as it targets international success.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada Overhauls Leadership Amid PWHL Expansion
After eight years at the helm, general manager Gina Kingsbury and head coach Troy Ryan have exited Hockey Canada, prompting a search for new leadership ahead of the upcoming women's world championship, while the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s growth complicates the talent pool.
May 26, 2026
PWHL reshapes leadership ahead of 2026‑27 season
The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced major front‑office moves, including Troy Ryan’s appointment as GM and head coach of the San Jose franchise and Meghan Duggan’s promotion to GM of the Hamilton team, while Seattle’s Steve O’Rourke exited after a challenging inaugural season.
May 22, 2026
Troy Ryan Takes the Helm of PWHL’s San Jose Expansion Team
Troy Ryan is named head coach and general manager of the PWHL’s San Jose expansion franchise, bringing a decorated coaching pedigree and a dual leadership role to the league’s newest team.
May 22, 2026
Meghan Duggan Takes the Helm of PWHL’s Hamilton Expansion Franchise
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.
May 22, 2026