
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 Vancouver Goldeneyes added five promising players in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, highlighted by defenseman Caroline Harvey and forward Thea Johansson.

Caroline Harvey, a 23‑year‑old American defenseman, was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the 2026 PWHL Draft, sparking high expectations for the franchise.

A look at upcoming schedules, draft decisions, and organizational shifts across the NHL and the Professional Women’s Hockey League.

The Professional Women's Hockey League’s expansion process advanced as multiple clubs secured multi‑year contracts with marquee players, shaping protected lists and setting the stage for upcoming roster moves.

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.

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.

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

The Vancouver Goldeneyes must safeguard three skaters as the PWHL moves toward its next expansion cycle, with contract statuses and performance highlights influencing the choices.