2026 PWHL Draft begins today with Caroline Harvey expected as top pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League Draft starts today in Detroit at 5 p.m., featuring six rounds and 72 total picks. Caroline Harvey, a standout defenseman from Wisconsin, is widely anticipated to be the first selection after a stellar year capped by Olympic gold and the Patty Kazmeier Award. The Detroit team, following a significant trade for Hilary Knight, is set to bolster its roster further with several strong prospects, including Abbey Murphy, Laila Edwards, and Kirsten Simms. Each of these players has made notable contributions at the NCAA level and during international play, indicating a promising draft class for the new franchise.
- •Draft lasts six rounds with 72 total selections.
- •Caroline Harvey expected as the top overall pick.
- •Detroit team also acquired Hilary Knight in a trade.
- •Abbey Murphy and Laila Edwards are among other notable prospects.
- •Draft broadcast begins at 5 p.m. on WMYD-TV.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Everything you need to know about the PWHL draft: Time, prospects, order
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 PWHL Draft: Who are potential top picks today in Detroit
"2026 PWHL Draft: Caroline Harvey is almost certainly the top pick, but a stacked draft class features several Michiganders, too.
"Caroline Harvey leads a talented class of Olympic gold medalists expected to dominate the 2026 PWHL Draft in Detroit.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 11:02 AMEverything you need to know about the PWHL draft: Time, prospects, order
Caroline Harvey leads a talented class of Olympic gold medalists expected to dominate the 2026 PWHL Draft in Detroit.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 9:07 AM2026 PWHL Draft: Who are potential top picks today in Detroit
2026 PWHL Draft: Caroline Harvey is almost certainly the top pick, but a stacked draft class features several Michiganders, too.
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