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

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.

A look at the achievements, challenges, and future impact of the top prospect set to headline the Professional Women’s Hockey League draft.

Caroline Harvey, a standout forward from Pelham, New Hampshire, is projected as the No. 1 pick in the upcoming Professional Women’s Hockey League draft. Her career blends an NCAA championship, Olympic gold, and a coach‑driven transformation that has fans and analysts alike betting on her future impact.

A look at Caroline Harvey’s championship résumé, her resilience after injury, and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming Professional Women’s Hockey League draft.

Caroline Harvey, the top prospect in the upcoming PWHL draft, blends athletic excellence with a holistic approach to life, aiming to inspire the next generation of women’s hockey.

From Pelham to the world stage, Caroline Harvey’s blend of skill, leadership and resilience makes her the frontrunner for the top spot in the Professional Women’s Hockey League draft.

From a knee injury to Olympic MVP, Caroline Harvey’s journey epitomizes resilience as she readies for the PWHL draft’s No. 1 selection.

Caroline Harvey, a top prospect in the PWHL draft, has balanced her hockey career with personal growth after an injury. She is projected to be the No. 1 pick and is known for her exceptional skills and accomplishments, including winning an NCAA title and being the Olympic tournament MVP.

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.

Olympic champions Lacey Eden and Hayley Scamurra joined the Washington Mystics for a special crossover event, meeting fans, posing with prospects and watching a dramatic game that ended with Caitlin Clark’s buzzer‑beating three‑pointer.

The Professional Women's Hockey League is experiencing a wave of player movements that are reshaping team compositions across the league.

U.S. women's hockey star Hayley Scamurra, a lifelong Bills fan, visited the Buffalo Bills' practice facility, where she exchanged jerseys with quarterback Josh Allen and recounted her recent Walter Cup triumph and Olympic achievements.

U.S. Olympic gold medalist Hayley Scamurra, a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, visited the team's practice in Orchard Park and interacted with quarterback Josh Allen, turning a personal dream into reality.

Hayley Scamurra, the U.S. Olympic gold‑medalist in hockey, visited the Buffalo Bills' practice, met quarterback Josh Allen, and shared her medal in a gesture that blended two of the region’s most cherished sports.

U.S. women’s hockey gold‑medalist Hayley Scamurra, a lifelong Buffalo fan, visited the Buffalo Bills’ practice, exchanged jerseys with quarterback Josh Allen and toured the team’s new stadium, underscoring the city’s deep sports roots.

Hayley Scamurra, a Buffalo native and Olympic gold‑medalist, visited the Buffalo Bills’ practice, where she met quarterback Josh Allen, toured the new stadium and swapped jerseys, sparking praise from coach Joe Brady and celebrating her recent PWHL Walter Cup victory.

Olympic champion Hayley Scamurra returns to her hometown, sharing her gold‑medal story with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during a practice visit.

Hayley Scamurra, a three‑time world champion and Olympic silver medalist, spent a recent afternoon at the Buffalo Bills' practice facility, where she exchanged memorabilia with quarterback Josh Allen and reflected on a career that has taken her from local rinks to the world stage.

Olympic champion Hayley Scamurra toured the Bills’ facility, exchanged jerseys with quarterback Josh Allen, and reflected on the pressures of elite competition.

Olympic gold‑medalist Hayley Scamurra, a Buffalo native and lifelong Bills fan, visited the team’s practice facility, met quarterback Josh Allen, and discussed her recent PWHL Walter Cup win and Triple‑Gold status.

Olympic champion Hayley Scamurra is set to host a multi‑generational hockey clinic in North Tonawanda, sharing lessons from her record‑breaking year and her family’s support.

The Montréal Victoire clinched the first Walter Cup, finishing a flawless 22‑2 run and setting attendance milestones across a 13‑game playoff.

Montréal leads the Walter Cup Finals 2-0, with Game 3 set for May 18 at Canadian Tire Centre. Marie-Philip Poulin's seven playoff points put her within reach of a record, while a goaltending duel and a potential Canadian championship loom.