
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.
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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.

The 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League draft will feature a historic 12‑team field, spotlighting Wisconsin alumni who are projected to dominate the early rounds.

Best friends Caroline Harvey and Laila Edwards, Olympic gold medalists and NCAA champions, prepare for the inaugural Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, where their professional paths may diverge for the first time.

The 2026 draft order for the Premier Women’s Hockey League was revealed, positioning San Jose for a fourth overall selection and spotlighting a group of forward prospects.

The 2026 draft class of the Professional Women’s Hockey League features record‑breaking talent, including TikTok sensations Caroline Harvey and Laila Edwards, whose online influence is driving league growth and new commercial partnerships.

Despite losing Olympic medalist Caroline Harvey and four‑time champion Lacey Eden, the Wisconsin Badgers women’s hockey team returns a strong core and looks to capture a third consecutive national championship.

Plymouth native Kirsten Simms, fresh off Olympic gold and back‑to‑back NCAA titles, is set to enter the PWHL Draft as a top prospect, eager to bring her game to a new professional league in her home state.

The latest PWHL mock draft from The Hockey News showcases a historic haul for the Wisconsin Badgers, with four players slated among the top ten selections. Highlighting the draft are star defenseman Caroline Harvey, projected No. 1 overall, and forwards Laila Edwards, Kirsten Simms, and Lacey Eden, each poised to make a significant impact.

The Premier Women’s Hockey League’s upcoming draft features a record number of prospects, including five U.S. Olympic champions, as the circuit prepares for its next wave of growth.