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The Chicago Blackhawks have extended qualifying offers to Connor Bedard and other restricted free agents, made key draft selections, traded Andre Burakovsky, and announced plans for Bowen Byram's development, while veteran Jonathan Toews retired and the PWHL revealed its first outside investors.
The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.
The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.
Abbey Murphy’s draft night in Detroit was marked by family presence, a storied college career, and a reunion with Team USA teammate Alex Carpenter, as Seattle looks to reshape its roster.
Four former Northeastern women’s hockey players were drafted into the inaugural 2026 PWHL draft, highlighting the program’s growing footprint in professional women’s hockey.
The Vancouver Goldeneyes added five promising players in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, highlighted by defenseman Caroline Harvey and forward Thea Johansson.
The 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League Draft saw five Wisconsin alumni selected in the first round, highlighting the program's rising influence on the global stage.
The 2026 PWHL draft announced the selection of 59 former NCAA Division I women's hockey players, with Penn State leading the way and Caroline Harvey becoming the first defenseman taken first overall.
The 2026 PWHL draft saw a record five players from the University of Wisconsin’s women’s hockey team chosen in the opening round, underscoring the Badgers’ sustained excellence and the league’s rapid growth.
Five Wisconsin alumni become first‑round picks in the 2026 PWHL Draft, setting new records for the program and highlighting the league’s expanding talent pool.
Nine Minnesota‑based prospects headline the latest Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, showcasing the depth of collegiate talent across the United States.
Caroline Harvey becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft, bringing Olympic gold, NCAA titles and a historic milestone for Black representation, while Aerin Frankel sweeps the league’s top awards.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s 2026 draft in Detroit delivered first‑overall pick Caroline Harvey, international breakthroughs and a deep pool of collegiate talent, marking a transformative moment for the sport.
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.
Caroline Harvey’s record‑breaking season culminated in the 2026 IIHF Female Player of the Year award, highlighting her pivotal role in Team USA’s Olympic gold and Wisconsin’s championship run.
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.
Caroline Harvey was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the PWHL draft, capping a season that saw her named IIHF female player of the year and tie for the tournament lead with nine points at Milan Cortina.
Caroline Harvey becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft, while other Wisconsin standouts and collegiate stars are selected, signaling a promising start for the league.
Caroline Harvey’s record‑breaking vote total celebrates a career that blends Olympic gold, collegiate dominance and a breakthrough for defenders in international play.
The International Ice Hockey Federation named Caroline Harvey its female player of the year, recognizing a breakout season that includes Olympic gold, MVP honors and a single‑season points record.
Caroline Harvey’s standout season saw her lead the U.S. to Olympic gold, dominate in the NCAA, and collect a suite of awards that cement her place among the game’s greats.
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.