
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.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Emma Peschel across Hockey.

The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.

The 2026 PWHL Draft in Detroit highlighted Minnesota's unprecedented ten picks, reflecting a robust statewide development model and the emergence of local stars.

Nine Minnesota‑based prospects headline the latest Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, showcasing the depth of collegiate talent across the United States.
Ohio State's dominant women's hockey program has sparked talk of a Michigan varsity team that could deepen the Buckeyes–Wolverines rivalry, but substantial financial and facility challenges remain.
The 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League draft saw six Ohio State alumni chosen, including first‑round picks Emma Peschel and Sara Swiderski, while goaltender Andrea Braendli’s Olympic heroics added a new chapter to the program’s legacy.

The Premier Women’s Hockey League draft in Detroit showcased a new generation of stars, with Harvey’s historic selection, Murphy’s rise, and a host of local prospects heading to expansion teams.

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 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.

Six Ohio State players were chosen in the 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League Draft, setting a program record and highlighting the Buckeyes' sustained impact on the league.

The 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League draft unfolded at Detroit’s historic Fox Theatre, where six rounds of picks highlighted the next generation of stars, including Wisconsin’s Caroline Harvey as the first overall selection.

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.

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.